Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Frederick Fox · Fuquay-Varina, NC
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Production
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor production role at Frederick Fox (industrial) in Fuquay-Varina, NC. Supervise and lead a team of production workers in the.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Welding
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 26, 2026
Production Supervisor roles in North Carolina: typical posted base $77k–$103k.
Median of the low and high ends of 8 live postings that list pay, out of 39 production supervisor openings in North Carolina, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
North Carolina plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 37 other live production postings in North Carolina.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $77k–$103k, from 7 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 97%
- ✓ Lean 37%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Welding, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
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Pick 2–3 people on the Production team at Frederick Fox
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- 2
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- 3
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
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Full description from Frederick FoxAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Position Summary
The Production Supervisor plays a critical role in overseeing
daily operations on the manufacturing floor. Reporting directly
to the Director of Operations, this position ensures safety,
quality, productivity, and delivery standards are consistently
met. This role includes direct supervision of production staff,
coordination of schedules, and execution of continuous
improvement initiatives to support the manufacturing of
high-performance commercial equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Supervise and lead a team of production workers in the
fabrication and assembly of equipment.
- ◆Ensure production schedules align with customer demand and
internal deadlines.
- ◆Promote a culture of safety and ensure compliance with all
safety regulations.
- ◆Monitor product quality and collaborate with upstream teams to
resolve quality concerns.
- ◆Train, coach, and evaluate employees to foster high performance
and collaboration.
- ◆Drive productivity improvements using Lean Manufacturing and
continuous improvement methods.
- ◆Maintain accurate records for labor, materials, downtime,
scrap, and throughput.
- ◆Communicate effectively with cross-functional departments such
as Materials, Engineering, and Maintenance.
- ◆Identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective
actions to improve flow and efficiency.
- ◆Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and performance management
in collaboration with leadership.
Qualifications
- ✓High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s
degree in Industrial Technology, Operations, or related field
preferred.
- ✓3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or
assembly environment.
- ✓Background in metal fabrication, welding, or appliance assembly
strongly preferred.
- ✓Proficient with production planning, shop floor operations, and
ERP systems.
- ✓Strong leadership and communication abilities.
- ✓Ability to interpret engineering drawings, bills of materials
(BOMs), and production documents.
- ✓Proven experience applying Lean Manufacturing principles and
continuous improvement strategies.
Physical
Requirements
- ✓Must be able to stand and walk on the production floor for
extended periods.
- ✓Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a
non-climate-controlled environment.
- ✓Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as per
safety standards.
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Job Title: Production Supervisor – Manufacturing
What We Offer
- •Competitive salary with bonus potential
- •Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- •401(k) with company match
- •Paid time off and holidays
- •Career development and advancement opportunities