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Integrated Metal Products is a manufacturer of mobile and modular products where we provide Engineering, Design, Processing, Fabrication, Assembly & Integration Services. Our vision is to become and sustain Integrated Metal Products as the leader in our market. We believe in leading and making a positive impact in all aspects as a company, in the community, in the economy, and in the lives of individuals and families.

We are seeking a dynamic Processing Supervisor to lead our processing operations with energy and precision. In this role, you will oversee daily processing activities. Your leadership will drive process improvements, uphold safety standards, and foster a motivated team dedicated to excellence.

Join us to lead a dedicated team in a fast-paced environment where your expertise will directly impact operational success! We value proactive leadership, process innovation, and safety-minded practices that keep our warehouse running smoothly.

**This Position is onsite located in Lakeland, FL**

Job Summary:

The Processing Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all material processing, material control, inventory management, and kitting activities to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate workflow throughout the facility. This role supports IMP’s commitment to quality, on‑time delivery, and operational excellence by coordinating people, equipment, materials, and processes across machining, fabrication, welding, and assembly operations.

The supervisor ensures accurate material flow, inventory traceability, personnel performance, and production support while maintaining compliance with customer, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Processing Operations Leadership

• Oversee daily operations for all processing areas, including saw cutting, laser cutting, plasma cutting, shearing, forming, machining, deburring, and material preparation.
• Assign work, balance labor, and adjust priorities to support production schedules and customer commitments.
• Ensure all jobs are processed according to drawings, specifications, and IMP quality standards.
• Maintain consistent workflow between Processing, Fabrication, Welding, and Assembly to minimize bottlenecks and downtime.
• Verify accuracy of cuts, bends, tolerances, and material prep before releasing work downstream.
• Support preventive maintenance and ensure equipment is operating safely and efficiently.

Material Control, Inventory & Kitting

• Manage the receipt, storage, issuance, and movement of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Ensure production kits are prepared accurately and delivered to manufacturing teams per work orders and schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels, conduct cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Maintain material traceability, serialized inventory, lot control, and documentation per customer and regulatory requirements.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to track inventory transactions, material consumption, and production reporting.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and support processing and material control personnel, including operators, material handlers, and cross‑trained employees.
• Provide clear expectations, regular feedback, and performance evaluations.
• Support employee development through training, cross‑training, and skill‑building opportunities.
• Foster a positive, safe, and accountable work environment aligned with IMP’s core values: People, Integrity, Unity, Results, Excellence.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Scheduling, Purchasing, Production Planning, Engineering, Quality, Fabrication, Welding, Assembly, and Shipping to align priorities and resolve issues.
• Partner with Quality to address nonconformances and implement corrective actions.
• Provide accurate updates during daily production meetings and communicate delays, resource needs, and improvement opportunities.

Continuous Improvement & Compliance

• Analyze workflow, equipment utilization, and labor allocation to identify improvement opportunities.
• Implement lean practices to reduce waste and improve throughput.
• Ensure compliance with IMP safety policies, OSHA requirements, ISO standards, customer requirements, and government regulations.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Technical understanding of metals (steel, aluminum, stainless) and fabrication processes.
• Strong background in inventory management, warehouse operations, material control, and kitting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Data‑driven decision‑making and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to build trust, motivate teams, and uphold IMP’s values.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems; Microsoft Dynamics NAV experience highly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, BOMs, and material specifications.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook).
• Forklift certification a plus.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in metal fabrication, machining, processing, inventory control, or industrial manufacturing.
• 2+ years of supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Experience supporting NAVSEA, DoD, or government‑regulated manufacturing programs is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with noise, heat, and moving equipment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, IMP has a longstanding commitment to provide a safe, quality-oriented and productive work environment. Alcohol and drug misuse pose a threat to the health and safety of IMP employees and to the security of the company's equipment and facilities. For these reasons, IMP is committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and misuse in the workplace.

IMP does not discriminate in the provision of employment opportunities, benefits or privileges; to create discriminatory work conditions; or to use discriminatory evaluative standards in employment if the basis of that discriminatory treatment is, in whole or in part, the person's race (including hairstyle/texture), color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or marital status. Discrimination of this kind may also be strictly prohibited by a variety of federal, state and local laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of