Crew Supervisor III

Alcoa, TN
Rotating Shift Schedule

• Night Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM
• Rotation: 3-2-2-3 Schedule
  • Work 3 Days
  • Off 2 Days
  • Work 2 Days
  • Off 3 Days

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Crew Supervisor III to lead and support manufacturing teams within a fast-paced industrial production environment. This role is responsible for overseeing crew safety, production performance, quality standards, and employee engagement while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can motivate teams, solve problems, and effectively manage daily operations while maintaining a strong safety and performance culture.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and manage hourly production crews while promoting a safe, accountable, and high-performing work environment

• Facilitate shift meetings and communicate departmental priorities, goals, and business objectives

• Coach, mentor, and develop employees while supporting skill growth and performance improvement

• Resolve workplace conflict and provide employee coaching and counseling as needed

• Recognize team accomplishments and encourage employee engagement

Operations & Production Management

• Monitor production flow and operational performance to ensure safety, quality, and production objectives are met

• Plan and execute departmental operating plans, crew schedules, assignments, and overtime coverage

• Maintain production, quality, and process management standards

• Coordinate with internal departments and external partners when applicable to communicate priorities and operational expectations

• Demonstrate strong customer service and commitment to internal and external stakeholders

Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving

• Lead and engage teams in process improvement and problem-solving initiatives

• Facilitate Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and corrective action activities

• Develop and execute structured problem-solving initiatives and continuous improvement plans

• Support implementation and sharing of best practices across teams

• Demonstrate ownership of Lean Manufacturing and operational improvement principles

Safety & Compliance

• Promote and enforce environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures

• Ensure workplace rules, operating procedures, and labor agreements (when applicable) are consistently followed

• Maintain and review standard work practices and leadership expectations

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

• Previous supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing environment

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced industrial environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

• Supervisory experience in a union manufacturing environment

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement

• Knowledge of structured problem-solving methodologies and Root Cause Analysis

• Progressive leadership mindset with the ability to drive change and improvement

Ideal Candidate Background

Successful candidates often come from:

• Manufacturing operations

• Heavy industrial environments

• Metals, automotive, or process manufacturing

• Union production settings

• Team leadership or shift supervision roles
  

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.