Manufacturing Supervisor
Carpenter Technology · Latrobe, PA
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Preferred
- Industry
- Metals
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor manufacturing role at Carpenter Technology (metals) in Latrobe, PA.
- They ask for
- degree preferred
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Production Supervisor roles in Pennsylvania: typical posted base $68k–$95k.
Median of the low and high ends of 7 live postings that list pay, out of 22 production supervisor openings in Pennsylvania, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 21 other live manufacturing postings in Pennsylvania.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 2+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 59%
- Tooling 41%
- Automation 32%
- Machining 27%
- CNC 23%
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This plant: Carpenter Technology in Latrobe
2 other open roles at this site · 3 people we found in manufacturing roles at Carpenter Technology.
- Manufacturing Engineer · Manufacturing
- Control Engineer · Controls
Full description from Carpenter TechnologyAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter Technology’s high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter Technology’s wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing. Carpenter’s Latrobe Specialty Metals operations, based in Latrobe, Pa., was acquired by Carpenter Technology in 2012 and manufactures high-performance specialty alloys serving aerospace, energy and other demanding markets.
Manufacturing supervisor
THE MANUFACTURING SUPERVISOR WILL . . .
- •Provide production employees with guidance, direction, and supervision in support of departmental operations.
- •Promptly address performance issues.
- •Actively promote all company policies and expectations, especially in support of safety plans and results.
- •Plan and schedule operations within assigned area of responsibility.
- •Maintain a positive work environment by regularly communicating with employees on the shop floor and respond to employee issues and concerns in a timely manner.
- •Maintain well-organized and productive work areas.
- •Work with others to achieve department and company goals and objectives.
- •Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.
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For the manufacturing supervisor
- •Two year college degree preferred. High school diploma required.
- •Two years supervisory experience in a manufacturing/operational environment preferred
- •Working knowledge of MS Office including Outlook, Word and Excel.
- •Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, well organized and the ability to prioritize and make appropriate decisions. Strong problem solving and project management skills.
- •Practical understanding of industrial/manufacturing principles, standards, methods, and practices. Knowledge of disciplined problem-solving methods.
- •Ability to direct and supervise others, objectively evaluate performance, and train and develop others.
- •Able to work in a production-oriented environment and the ability to work overtime, weekend work and shift work.
- •Willing to work in a fast paced, ever changing work environment.
Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.
Carpenter Technology Corporation’s policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.