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Position Snapshot

• Directly supervises work of assigned personnel on assigned shifts, coaches and supports all persons assigned to ensure personal growth to reach their maximum potential.
• Responsible for employee relations, housekeeping, safety, production problems, training, cost on individual shift.  Leads by example.
• Prepares for shift by checking production conditions with previous shift's Production Team Leader, checking orders, and scheduling production on machines.  Ensures all material supplies are adequate for shift operation. 
• Conducts pre-shift meetings: Checks for absentees, makes necessary adjustments; distributes job assignments and informs employees of changes or events within the company.  Communicates plant goals/concerns to associates.
• Prepares daily reports; production; employee reports regarding, counseling, etc.; purchase requisitions; and work orders for maintenance. 
• Supports and administers policies and promotes a positive environment.
• Complies with all requirements related to both the Oracle and Maximo systems.

• Conducts cycle counts.
• Coordinates scrap and inventory related functions to maintain a correct inventory.
• Monitors materials used in production.  Adjusts entries in computer system as needed.
• Checks completed orders.  Makes corrections on computer entries as needed.  Provides additional training to the employee on the computer system.

• Conducts visual inspections of plant to identify and correct potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Enforces use of safety equipment, conducts accident investigations.
• Recommends changes in policies and procedures to prevent accidents and illness.
• Leads toolbox safety/information meetings.

• Checks with Quality Assurance Department on test results for equipment to ensure that only top-quality product is being produced.
• Checks quality of finished product and work-in-process throughout the shift to adjust as needed for improvement.

• A minimum of 3 years previous work-related experience is required. Individual must have above average interpersonal skills with the ability to coach and develop individuals.  Steel wire manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Professional or technical degree preferred (2-year Associate Degree). 

• Competitive base pay
• Bonus eligibility based on organizational performance.
• Paid time off including holidays and vacation.
• Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings accounts (HSA), 401(K) with match, company paid tele-health, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).

For your hard work, you receive:

• Competitive base pay with bonus eligibility based on company performance
• Opportunity for professional growth
• Paid time off including holidays and vacation
• Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company paid tele-health, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

These duties may be modified or changed at any time at the sole discretion of management either orally or in writing. The above statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

INSTEEL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to consider applicants residing in locations outside the US requiring Visa sponsorship at this time.

About the Company:

Insteel Industries is the nation’s largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction, including prestressed concrete strand and welded wire reinforcement such as engineered structural mesh and concrete pipe reinforcement. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Mount Airy, NC, Insteel operates 11 manufacturing plants across the U.S. and has a dedicated engineering services division. As a publicly traded company, our goal is to be the supplier of choice by delivering superior value to our customers. Learn more at insteel.com/careers.

Fraud Prevention Notice:

Please note that Insteel Industries will never ask applicants to purchase equipment, send money, or provide payment information at any point in the hiring process. We may request certain personal information only after an official offer has been extended and the background check and drug screen have been successfully completed. If you receive a request for sensitive information or payment before these steps, it is not from our company. To protect yourself, please report any suspicious activity to our HR team by calling us at (336) 786-2141.