Manufacturing Supervisor, 4-day week, 2nd Shift

AMBAC International · Elgin, SC

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Level: Supervisor
Team: Manufacturing
Degree: Required (or equivalent experience)
Experience asked: 5+ years
Industry: Industrial
Posted: Recently

The role in 30 seconds

A supervisor manufacturing role at AMBAC International (industrial) in Elgin, SC.

They ask for: 5+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
Tools it names: Lean, 5S, CNC, Machining

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Production Supervisor roles in the US: typical posted base $76k–$103k.

Median of the low and high ends of 222 live postings that list pay, out of 789 production supervisor openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

South Carolina plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 16 other live manufacturing postings in South Carolina.

Experience asked: More than usual (5+ vs 3+)

Skills these teams ask for most

✓ Team leadership 71%
✓ Lean 41%
Tooling 35%
Union environment 29%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 5+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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Manufacturing Supervisor – CNC Department Location: Elgin, SC | Schedule: 4 days; M-Th (Second Shift) 4 pm-2 am

Do you enjoy working with people, solving problems, and making things better every day?

AMBAC International is hiring a Manufacturing Supervisor to lead our CNC machining, grinding, and honing operations. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on building team strength, ensuring consistent quality, and supporting efficient, organized production.

We’re looking for someone steady, team-focused, and committed to supporting people and processes with care and accountability.

Why Join AMBAC?

•Employee-owned, and Open Book Managed
•Multi-year winner of Best Places to Work in South Carolina
•4-day workweek structure (with weekend shift option)
•Profit-sharing and ESOP participation
•People-first, servant-leadership culture

What You’ll Do

•Supervise and support a team of CNC machinists, grinders, and technicians
•Monitor daily performance and support safe, accurate, efficient work
•Train, coach, and mentor employees using standard processes and quality practices
•Collaborate across departments to support scheduling and workflow
•Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment with strong 5S discipline
•Support continuous improvement using Lean and Great Game principles
•Represent AMBAC culture and values with consistency and care

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What You Bring

•5+ years in a manufacturing environment, including 3+ years in a leadership role
•Experience with metal CNC machining, grinding, or honing, preferred
•Steady, supportive leadership style with good listening and problem-solving skills
•Comfort working in a structured, results-focused, team-based environment
•Knowledge of Lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement preferred
•High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or associate degree preferred

What We Offer

•Paid time off
•401(k) with match
•Health, vision, and dental insurance
•Life, short- and long-term disability insurance
•ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
•Gain share and profit-sharing bonuses
•A stable, structured leadership opportunity in a mission-driven company

About AMBAC We’ve been building power and engine systems since 1910. Today, we serve the world’s most demanding industries—from agriculture to aviation to defense. As a legacy-rich, employee-owned manufacturer, we’re committed to precision, pride in craft, and shared success.

Ready to Apply? If you're a steady, team-minded leader ready to make an impact—we’d love to talk.