Supervisor Shop - Machining/Welding

Supervisor Shop - Machining/Welding

A L HANSEN MFG CO

Waukegan, IL Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Quality control corrective actions Manufacturing management Maintaining an organized workspace Workflow management (operations management method) Safety regulations 5S Improving operational efficiency Inspection reporting and documentation Schedule management Continuous improvement Production planning Implementation of OSHA safety standards Blueprint reading Technical skills instruction Safety management experience within manufacturing industry Clean workspace maintenance Root cause analysis Crew management Production scheduling Production records Manufacturing company experience Performance evaluation

Full Job Description Description:

A.L. Hansen Mfg. Co., an

ISO 9001

certified company, is a leading manufacturer in the commercial hardware industry located in Waukegan is currently seeking a full time Machining/Welding Supervisor. The Machining/Welding Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily operations within the welding, machining, and wire bending departments to ensure production goals, quality standards, safety requirements, and delivery schedules are consistently achieved. This role supervises production personnel, coordinates workflow, supports continuous improvement initiatives, and ensures efficient use of labor, equipment, and materials. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong technical manufacturing knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to drive productivity while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

Requirements:

Supervise and coordinate daily activities of welding, machining, and wire bending personnel. Schedule and prioritize work to meet production deadlines and customer delivery requirements. Monitor workflow, machine utilization, labor efficiency, and production output. Ensure jobs are completed according to specifications, drawings, and work instructions. Collaborate with planning, engineering, maintenance, and quality teams to resolve production issues. Minimize downtime through proactive problem-solving and resource coordination Lead, coach, and develop production employees across multiple manufacturing disciplines. Conduct training for safety procedures, equipment operation, quality standards, and best practices. Manage employee performance, attendance, disciplinary actions, and evaluations. Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement culture. Ensure products meet company and customer quality requirements. Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues. Maintain accurate production and inspection records. Verify adherence to welding procedures, machining Enforce OSHA regulations, company safety policies and safe work practices. Conduct regular safety inspections and address hazards promptly. Ensure proper use of PPE, machine guarding, and welding safety procedures. Maintain organized and clean work areas in accordance with 5S principles. Required skills, licenses, knowledge, experience or abilities: Technical Degree or Manufacturing certification preferred 3 to 5 years of manufacturing experience in welding, machining, wire bending, or metal fabrication environments. 2 to 4 years supervisory or team leadership experience preferred MIG/TIG welding processes Manual machining operations Wire bending and forming equipment Blueprint reading Manufacturing quality standards and inspection methods Come join a company with over 100 years in the business that offers competitive pay, and a full benefits package that includes: tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and personal time, 9 paid holidays, 401k, medical, dental, vision, and company paid life insurance. Hours are Monday - Friday 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.