3rd Shift Production Supervisor in Roscoe, Illinois at American Aluminum Extrusion Company

Full-Time | 3rd Shift | Compensation Based on Experience + Shift Premium | Eligible for Overtime Pay

American Aluminum Extrusion is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead our third-shift team. This position offers the opportunity to develop employees, improve manufacturing processes, and support safe, efficient production at our Roscoe facility.

If you are a hands-on leader who builds strong teams, solves problems, and takes ownership of results, we encourage you to apply.

Position Summary

The Production Supervisor oversees daily operations for assigned departments on third shift, ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery goals are met. This role provides clear direction, develops employees, resolves operational challenges, and drives continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily production activities, assign work, and monitor progress toward safety, quality, and production goals.
• Ensure employees follow company policies, operating procedures, safety practices, and quality requirements.
• Build a work environment that promotes trust, teamwork, accountability, and employee development.
• Support employee selection, orientation, training, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Communicate company updates, production priorities, and concerns through regular department meetings and daily interaction.
• Develop and monitor short- and long-term action plans using production data and analytical tools.
• Drive continuous improvement through lean manufacturing, 5S, process improvements, and appropriate technology.
• Develop a thorough understanding of production equipment, operating procedures, and the aluminum extrusion process.
• Build the technical skills needed to support press operations, train employees, and maintain consistent production performance.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor how equipment settings, processes, and operating conditions affect product quality and productivity.
• Maintain accurate production records and complete required documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least three years of production supervision experience required.
• Prior aluminum extrusion experience preferred, but not required.
• Willingness and ability to learn the extrusion process and become proficient in press operations.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and safety procedures.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and 5S principles.
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Attention to detail, integrity, and responsible use of company resources.
• Flexibility to work overtime, adjust shifts when needed, and respond to emergencies on call.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

This position works in a manufacturing environment. Essential duties include the following, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Ability to work in manufacturing environment.
• Lift and move parts or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Benefits:

• Receive Additional Shift Premium for 3rd Shift positions.
• Sign-On Bonus for Eligible New Hires
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Life and Supplement Life
• STD/LTD
• Paid Holidays
• 401 (k) Saving Plan with Company Match
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Referral Bonus & Perfect Attendance Bonus
• Health Club Membership Discounts

Join Our Team

Bring your leadership experience to AAE and help our third-shift team achieve safe, consistent, high-quality production.

Apply today to be considered for our Production Supervisor opportunity!

Disclaimer and Acknowledgements:

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.