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Milgard Manufacturing LLC
Supervisor in Training
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An Operations Supervisor manages daily operations and activities for a company or organization. Primarily involved in supervising and coordinating the activities of front-line employees such as monitoring work progress, providing training, and ensuring compliance. Has authority over the work of their team members but typically reports to higher-level management.
$92,713 / year median in Washington
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description Supervisor in
Training Location:
Fife, WA Schedule:
Day, Swing, Grave Yard or Rotating 12 Hour Shift Depending on Need. Flexibility isRequired Hourly Compensation Range:
$29.76/hour - $38.89/hour (Depending on experience) MITER Brands™ is a residential window and door manufacturer that provides a leading portfolio of window and door brands for the new construction and replacement segments. MITER Brands, also known as Milgard and MI Windows & Doors, is one of the nation's largest suppliers of vinyl windows and patio doors, with manufacturing plants across the country. Supervisor in Training - Internal Supply Tacoma Plants (Vinyl & Pultrusion) We are seeking a Supervisor in Training to support our Internal Supply Tacoma Plants, including Vinyl and Pultrusion operations. In this role, you will participate in a comprehensive leadership development program designed to prepare you for a future Supervisor position within the company. The program typically lasts between 6 and 18 months, depending on business needs and the availability of open supervisory positions. Candidates must be willing to accept the first available Supervisor opening and cannot wait for an ideal shift or schedule preference. During the program, you will gain exposure to Production, Quality, Tooling, Safety, Maintenance, Distribution, Continuous Improvement, Materials, and Human Resources to develop a broad understanding of the business and learn how to effectively lead a team. The ultimate career path will depend on the trainee's career goals, abilities, performance, and business needs over time. This role requires schedule flexibility to provide coverage while supervisors are out and to support areas of the business that require additional leadership support. Candidates must be willing to adjust schedules as needed to support operational demands across shifts, departments, and weekends. What Will You Learn and Do?- Gain a detailed understanding of manufacturing processes and business systems
- Build and develop leadership skills through coaching, mentoring, training, and team member relations
- Drive positive change in key performance indicators including Safety, Quality, OTD, Cost, 5S, and TPM
- Learn to effectively communicate with business leaders
- Learn, develop, and implement lean manufacturing tools to improve operations
- Develop soft skills, public speaking, and presentation abilities
- Build confidence and establish a leadership presence among peers and leaders Requirements
- Ability to work flexible hours based on business needs, including willingness to adjust schedules to support day, swing, graveyard, and weekend shifts
- Ability to provide leadership coverage while supervisors are out or when operational support is needed in other departments
- Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience required
- Must be willing to accept the first available Supervisor opening upon successful completion of the program
- Must be willing to work any shift, including swing shift, nights, weekends, and 8-12 hour shifts
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Ability to manage multiple priorities within tight timelines
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent presentation, written, and verbal communication skills #MITERpultvinyl What We Offer At MITER Brands, we invest in your health, wealth, and wellness.