Forge Shop Supervisor – Chicago, IL Join a leading steel manufacturer as a forge shop supervisor overseeing state-of-the-art hydraulic open die presses and heat treat furnaces. This is a high-impact role within a union environment, offering the chance to drive process improvements and support a culture of continuous improvement while developing a talented production team. Forge Shop Supervisor Benefits & Compensation • Competitive base salary ($70,000–$85,000 per year) • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) with company match and profit sharing • Short-term disability and life insurance • 10 paid holidays plus paid time off (PTO) • Quarterly gainsharing and attendance bonuses • Flexible spending account (FSA) • Overtime opportunities • Career advancement pathways and on-the-job training Forge Shop Supervisor Requirements & Qualifications • High school diploma or GED required; associate’s degree in manufacturing, engineering technology, metallurgy, or related field preferred • Minimum 5 years of experience in a forging department • Experience in steel manufacturing, forging, heat treating, or similar heavy manufacturing is required • Ability to work in a hot, noisy, heavy industrial environment with frequent walking and standing • Ability to climb stairs/ladders and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds • Proficient in reading production schedules, work orders, drawings, and specifications • Strong knowledge of forging operations, industrial heat treatment, and metallurgical principles Forge Shop Supervisor Preferred Background & Skills • Minimum 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience in manufacturing • Experience working in a union environment • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, CMMS, and ERP/MES systems • Ability to lead change and drive continuous improvement • Excellent communication and team-development skills Forge Shop Supervisor Day-to-Day Responsibilities • Supervise daily forging and heat treatment operations, assigning work in line with production schedules • Ensure a strong safety culture with training, audits, and adherence to OSHA and company policies • Monitor productivity and quality, making timely adjustments to ensure customer delivery targets are met • Lead, coach, and develop union hourly employees, including onboarding, evaluations, and performance management • Collaborate with production, maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to achieve production goals • Identify and implement process improvements, supporting Lean manufacturing initiatives • Maintain accurate production and labor records, and communicate operational updates during shift handovers Step into a leadership role where your manufacturing expertise and hands-on leadership will be valued and rewarded. JOB ID: 181017 #post Kalyn Schreckhise