Job Description

About Us

The Crystal Lake facility is a cornerstone in ProDriven Global Brands’ global manufacturing network, producing market‑leading products trusted on job sites around the world—reflecting the company’s strong focus on end‑user needs and product performance. With a portfolio that includes iconic brands like Werner®, WEATHER GUARD®, KNAACK®, our teams contribute to products recognized globally for durability, safety, and innovation.

At Crystal Lake, you’ll be part of a facility with a rich history and a deep community presence, where employees describe it as “a great place to build, learn, and grow” and take pride in knowing their work makes a meaningful impact.

This site is also actively advancing the company’s continuous improvement and Lean journey, supported by investments in cutting‑edge robotics, automation, and new technology that drive operational excellence and enhance team capability. The facility consistently focuses on safety, quality, and innovation—core pillars across all ProDriven operations and tightly aligned with the company’s global transformation strategy to grow as a diversified, innovation‑driven industrial manufacturer.

Joining the Crystal Lake team means stepping into a high‑visibility role where you contribute to a facility that blends heritage, community values, and advanced manufacturing technologies It’s more than an operations job—it’s a chance to help shape the future of an industry‑leading manufacturer with global reach and strong local roots.

The purpose of the Production Supervisor is to lead, oversee, and optimize the production processes to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality metal fabrication. This role plays a crucial part in achieving operational excellence by managing and motivating a team of skilled workers, coordinating workflow, and maintaining equipment. The Production Supervisor is responsible for meeting production targets, minimizing downtime, and upholding strict quality control standards. Their leadership and problem-solving skills are instrumental in driving productivity, reducing waste, and ensuring a smooth and effective manufacturing operation, ultimately contributing to the company's overall success and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Ensure team members are aware of and adhere to safety rules and equipment usage.
• Maintain clean, neat, and orderly work areas within the team.
• Manage team performance to ensure quality standards are met.
• Coordinate effective training for team members.
• Collaborate with other teams to ensure efficient plant operation.
• Continuously improve team performance and measure progress toward team goals.
• Schedule and coordinate resources, including manpower and machinery.
• Manage supplies inventory (direct and indirect).
• Oversee the maintenance of team facilities and equipment.
• Ensure accurate computer transactions.
• Develop and maintain staffing and succession plans.
• Operate within the team budget.
• Contribute to division capital projects and strategic plans.
• Develop and execute a team operational plan.
• Demonstrate technical expertise in the area of responsibility.
• Achieve key metrics as defined for each reporting period.

Qualifications

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field or relevant work experience preferred.
• Three to Five years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Exposure to other Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems is advantageous.

Key Competencies:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business documents, technical procedures, and regulations.
• Proficient in writing reports and business correspondence.
• Effective in presenting information and responding to questions from various stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, peers, and staff
• Basic math skills.

  • Competencies needed to function fully within the position:

    • Unique tool, software, or competency:
    • Excel: Intermediate
    • Outlook: Intermediate
    • Word: Intermediate
    • PowerPoint: Intermediate
    • JDE (Job Data Exchange): [Specify Knowledge Level]

    Special Physical Requirements (if required):

    • Regularly required to use hands, reach, and communicate.
    • Frequently required to stand, walk, and sit.
    • Occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds.
    • Specific vision abilities required, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Specific / Specialized Job Functions not covered under essential:

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with various situations with limited standardization.
• Interpretation of instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities.
• Detailed-oriented with a focus on accuracy and confidentiality.
• Ability to always represent the Company in a positive and professional manner.
• Must demonstrate integrity and commitment to the organization’s mission and values.

$60,000 - $102,000

Benefits:

• 401(k) company match
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off

EEO Statement

ProDriven Global Brands is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. ProDriven Global Brands is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants to ProDriven Global Brands are considered for employment without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. ProDriven Global Brands will not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind based on these characteristics.

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