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Are you ready to bring your Supervisory/Manufacturing skills to a team that values precision and innovation? At Martin Sprocket & Gear, we’re dedicated to producing quality mechanical power transmission components, material handling systems, and custom forgings with excellence, and we're looking for skilled Shop Supervisors like you!

What You'll Do:

• Department Oversight: Manage day-to-day operations of the department, ensuring efficient workflow, adherence to safety protocols, and compliance with time-keeping and performance management procedures.
• Employee Management: Oversee employee performance, provide coaching and feedback, and conduct performance evaluations to support team development and productivity.
• Training & Development: Assist with onboarding and training of new employees, as well as provide ongoing education and skill development for the team.
• Order Management: Expedite and prioritize shop orders through the department to meet production schedules and customer requirements.
• Cross-Department Coordination: Collaborate with management and other departments to ensure smooth manufacturing, fabrication, and assembly processes.
• Workplace Safety & Maintenance: Ensure the team maintains machines and work areas in a clean, safe, and organized manner, addressing safety concerns promptly.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities for operational efficiencies and continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.
• Problem-Solving: Address and resolve production or personnel issues promptly to avoid disruptions to operations.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to company policies, quality standards, and industry regulations.

What You'll Bring:

• Supervisory Experience: Minimum of 5 years of supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Technical Expertise: Preferred experience in one or more of the following areas: welding, metal fabrication, or machining, with the ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to motivate, guide, and develop team members to achieve individual and collective goals.
• Shop Floor Presence: Ability to maintain a consistent and active presence on the shop floor, spending approximately 2/3 of the shift overseeing operations.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with shop employees, office staff, supervisors, managers, and executives.
• Adaptability: Able to adjust to changing priorities and unexpected challenges while maintaining productivity and focus.
• Team Collaboration: Excellent team player with the ability to work well with others and foster a collaborative and cooperative work environment.
• Safety Leadership: Strong commitment to workplace safety, with a demonstrated ability to promote and enforce safety standards and practices.
• Performance Management: Proficiency in performance management processes, including creating plans of action and conducting employee evaluations.
• Detail Orientation: Highly detail-oriented, ensuring quality and precision in all tasks and responsibilities.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other relevant software.
• Multi-Tasking: Strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively throughout the shift.
• Math Skills: Average math skills, with the ability to read and comprehend written instructions in English and complete logs, documents, and reports accurately.

Your Schedule:

•  Monday – Friday,  8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to report daily to the branch to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified candidates with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Why Martin Sprocket & Gear, Inc.?

Founded in 1951 by Joe Martin Sr., Martin Sprocket & Gear is a global leader in mechanical power transmission components, material handling systems, and custom forgings. We are proud to remain family-owned and operate on a simple philosophy:

"Make a quality product, have plenty of it available, and be easy to do business with!"

With dedicated employees, regional facilities, and strong distributor partnerships, Martin offers stability, growth potential, and a dynamic work environment for all team members.

Why You Will Love Working Here: 

At Martin, our people are our greatest asset. We foster an inclusive, collaborative environment where innovation and growth thrive, and your contributions are valued as part of a team dedicated to excellence. Here is what you’ll enjoy when you join our team:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Affordable Medical, Pharmacy, and Dental plans.
• Wellness Initiatives: Employee wellness programs for a healthy work-life balance.
• Financial Security: Life and Disability Insurance, plus a robust 401(k) Profit Trust Plan.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and company-paid holidays.
• Growth Opportunities: Career development and advancement within a thriving company.
• Competitive Pay & Perks:

Ready to Join Us? 

Apply today and become part of Martin Sprocket & Gear’s legacy of quality and excellence! 

Disclaimers

We do not accept applications from former or current Authorized Martin Distributors.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by candidates applying for this specific role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of candidates hired.

Martin Sprocket & Gear is an EEO Employer and an E-Verify participating employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or veteran status.