Production Supervisor - Third Shift
Xylem · Thomasville, GA
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Production
- Base pay
- $75k–$85k
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 4+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level production role at Xylem (industrial) in Thomasville, GA. You will own operational execution, continuous improvement, and frontline leadership during one of the most critical production windows.
- They ask for
- 4+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Root cause, Welding, Tooling, SAP
- Base pay
- $75k–$85k
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How this role compares
Against 25 other live production postings in Georgia.
- Base pay
- About 11% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (4+ vs 5+)
Typical $77k–$103k, from 6 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 100%
- ✓ Lean 31%
- EHS / safety 27%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for SAP, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Required Qualifications
- ✓High School Diploma or equivalent
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field preferred
- ✓4+ years of manufacturing experience
- ✓1+ year of experience in supervisory role
- ✓Demonstrated success applying Lean manufacturing principles .
- ✓Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving abilities.
- ✓Experience with SAP and Workday preferred.
- ✓Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
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Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
Production Supervisor – Third Shift (Fabrication & Welding)
Schedule : Monday - Thursday, 6:30PM - 5:00 AM
Xylem is seeking a results‑driven Production Supervisor to lead third‑shift operations within our fabrication and welding department , supporting the manufacture of large‑scale wastewater treatment equipment using carbon and stainless steel. This role is critical to driving lean manufacturing excellence , while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and workforce performance .
Why This Role Is Different
This is not a hands‑off supervisory role. You will directly influence throughput, waste reduction, safety performance, and team engagement on the shop floor. As the senior leader on third shift, you will own operational execution, continuous improvement, and frontline leadership during one of the most critical production windows.
What You’ll Do
Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
- •Lead Lean initiatives that improve flow, reduce waste, and increase productivity.
- •Identify root causes and implement corrective actions to drive quality and efficiency.
- •Monitor inventory and material flow to prevent downtime and support production schedules.
Leadership & Operations
- •Supervise and develop a team of ~25 hourly employees.
- •Execute daily production plans while meeting quality, safety, and delivery targets.
- •Lead shift start‑ups, daily huddles, and communicate performance updates.
- •Ensure equipment, tooling, and work areas support continuous production.
Safety, Quality & Compliance
- •Enforce safety standards and promote a culture of accountability and responsibility.
- •Maintain compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- •Ensure quality checks are followed and corrective actions are implemented promptly.
Team Development
- •Coach performance, conduct evaluations, and support employee development.
- •Build a collaborative, high‑engagement team culture.
- •Resolve employee issues constructively and support change initiatives.
Administrative & Business Support
- •Support budget adherence and operational cost control.
- •Use data, ERP systems, and performance metrics to support decision‑making.
- •Stay current on industry best practices and Lean manufacturing trends.
What Makes You a Strong Fit