Supervisor, Production

United States·ColumbusFull Time, Salary, Exemptmid

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Build Your Career Leading Fabrication Operations General ThermoDynamics is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead 1st shift operations at our Franklin facility,

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General ThermoDynamics is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead 1st shift operations at our Franklin facility, supporting production at our Franklin plant. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about safety, quality, and team development.

At Franklin, you’ll lead a high-performing team across furnace operations, stacking and welding (aluminum), and leak testing—driving the production of high-quality heat exchanger units.

Responsibilities

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Supervise 1st shift fabrication operations to meet production schedules and customer demand
Coordinate workflows across furnace operations, stacking, welding and leak testing
Ensure efficient staffing, material flow, and equipment utilization

Coach, mentor, and manage a team of welders and machine operators
Provide performance feedback, support development, and address performance concerns
Build a strong, accountable, and engaged team culture

Enforce safety policies and lead by example in a manufacturing environment
Conduct safety observations, training, and incident follow-ups
Promote a proactive safety-first culture

Ensure all fabricated components meet quality standards and specifications
Partner with Quality and Engineering to resolve issues and improve processes
Support Lean initiatives, 5S, and efficiency improvements

Oversee scheduling, attendance, and timekeeping
Track and improve KPIs such as productivity, scrap, and on-time delivery

3+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing
Hands-on experience in fabrication
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work 1st shift with flexibility for overtime as needed

Nice to Have

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Associate degree or technical certification
Experience in job shop or made-to-order manufacturing
Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles

What We Offer

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✓Stable, growing manufacturing environment

✓Opportunity to lead a critical support operation for a larger production facility

✓Hands-on leadership role with visible impact

✓Competitive pay and benefits package

✓Career growth and development opportunities

This role operates in an industrial fabrication setting with exposure to heavy machinery, welding operations, and material handling. PPE is required.

As a global leader in the design and manufacture of a wide range of specialty heat exchangers and heat transfer solutions, API Heat Transfer has a legacy of industry-leading performance that can be traced back more than 130 years. Throughout our history, we have built a corporate culture based on reliability and superior performance – from our innovative technologies to the people behind them.