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Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Materion · Tucson, AZ

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Level
Supervisor
Team
Production
Industry
Metals
Posted
14 days ago

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A supervisor production role at Materion (metals) in Tucson, AZ. A National of a country that is not prohibited from having access to U.S.

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SAP, EHS / safety

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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.

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How this role compares

Against 15 other live production postings in Arizona.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Team leadership 94%
  • Lean 31%
  • 5S 25%
  • ✓ EHS / safety 25%

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This plant: Materion in Tucson

1 other open role at this site.

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Requirements

  • ✓High School Diploma/GED required; college diploma preferred
  • ✓Previous experience working in a manufacturing industry
  • ✓Minimum three years experience as a Shift Supervisor
  • ✓Self-motivated and takes the initiative in accomplishing goals and objectives with minimal supervision
  • ✓Must have a firm grasp of process fundamentals and be able to learn the peculiarities of the operation quickly
  • ✓Good technical and problem-solving skills as well as good verbal and written communication skills
  • ✓Ability to absorb, organize and recall detailed information
  • ✓Sets priorities, manages time effectively, and inspires others
  • ✓Can earn respect and promote good employee relations throughout the organization
  • ✓Credibility is critical; others within and outside the company will scrutinize behavior, values, integrity, and interpersonal skills
  • ✓Ability to lead and influence others is crucial. Strong mentoring skillset is also important
  • ✓Computer skills are essential. Need to be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and SAP

HP

The selection of the person to be hired for this position is contingent on the candidate having export compliance eligibility for access to U.S. controlled technology which comes under the licensing jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of State, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

The candidate selected will have to qualify as either a U.S. citizen, a U.S. National, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a Person Admitted into the U.S. as an Asylee or Refugee., a National of a country that is not prohibited from having access to U.S. controlled technology (via a letter of assurance), or a Person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on Materion’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with Materion’s business requirements.

Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries (the “Company”) is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain emplo

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The Production Supervisor will supervise and direct the activities of hourly personnel in the Operations Department for the safe, quality, and efficient execution of production plans to ensure availability of sufficient products to meet sales. Monitors plant operation and direct corrective actions when plant upsets or nonconforming product occur, seeking guidance, when necessary, from support staff and operations manager. Responsible for compliance with, safety, environmental quality, and HR policies that relate to plant operations, product quality, and managing direct reports. Drives continuous improvement in operating procedures and equipment operation to maximize efficiency and productivity. Maintains certain records of plant equipment, operating parameters, and operations. Communicates daily with maintenance, inspection, and production support groups to prioritize activities and guidance to meeting production targets.

This role is based at our facility in Tucson, AZ. The 2nd shift schedule is 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM.

You will have the opportunity to

  • •Perform daily shift changeover meetings for shift goal setting, driving safety and performing fit for duty checks
  • •Responsible for ensuring that direct reports are compliant with all Materion and site EHS, quality, and human resource policies and procedures thataffect plant operations
  • •Assign, supervise, and review work of hourly personnel for assigned work unit. Monitor daily direct report performance and provide guidance andfeedback as needed to improve performance
  • •Implement production plans according to approved schedules
  • •Review recordkeeping and measurement of process variables
  • •Review shop packs for accuracy and completion and verify earned hours are entered correctly on daily basis
  • •Complete a daily equipment status report and shift report to accurately reflect the activities of the shift
  • •Inspect and evaluate work in progress, identify any problem areas, and may direct remedial action with guidance from management
  • •Submit worker orders for maintenance related issues
  • •Report products that missed schedule to planning for reschedule and reasons
  • •Evaluate performances of new employees and makes appropriate recommendations
  • •Conduct performance evaluations of department employees
  • •Provide new employee orientation, area task and hazard training
  • •Support development of operator qualification program. Facilitate operator qualification and ensure proper training documented are completed on time
  • •Participate on safety teams, performing documented safety conversations, observing workers safety habits, investigating air sample excursions, near misses, incidents and/or accident investigations, and recognizing and reporting environmental discharges require awareness, education, and commonsense
  • •Perform duties assigned by the Operations Manager

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