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Production Leader- 1st Shift
full-timeRichland County$63k - $90k

Summary

Location

Richland County

Salary

$63k - $90k

Type

full-time

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About this role

At Trane Technologies™ and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

What's in it for you:

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.

As a Production Supervisor with Trane Technologies, you will use your passion for quality and cost effectiveness in manufacturing to help lead our team in Columbia, SC. You will monitor and coordinate the daily operation of a high-volume, lean manufacturing environment, and partner with other department leads/supervisors to achieve team and plant goals.

Thrive at work and at home:

  • Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!

  • Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.

  • 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.

  • Paid time off, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.

  • Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

  • Learn more about our benefits here

Where is the work: On-Site (5 days) at our Columbia, SC facility.

What you will do:

  • Responsible for overall performance of the team, focusing on safety, quality, cost, time, and output.

  • Supervise materials usage to ensure a smooth production flow.

  • Support ongoing plant programs and goals by identifying opportunities for process improvements.

  • Collaborate with other department supervisors/leaders in Operations, Quality, HR, Finance, Materials, Engineering, and Continuous Improvement.

  • Regularly communicate goals and plant-wide initiatives with the leadership team and all members.

  • Engage in training, development, and fostering positive employee relations.

  • The skills you will need to be successful from day one (with functional examples) include the below:

  • ADAPTABILITY: Managing conflicting demands, shifting priorities based on production needs, and adjusting plans to maintain efficiency and quality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

  • COACHING: Providing guidance and feedback to production associates, helping them improve performance through training and development initiatives and having performance improvement conversations.

  • COMMUNICATION: Communicating updates, ensuring smooth production operations, and serving as a link between leadership and production teams for critical decision-making.

  • CRITICAL THINKING: Evaluating alternative solutions during process improvements and solving production-related problems to enhance efficiency.

  • INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Collaborating with various department supervisors, resolving team conflicts, and maintaining effective working relationships within the plant.

  • LEADERSHIP: Guiding teams in achieving production goals, implementing plant-wide communication, and motivating teams to adhere to safety, quality, and cost targets.

  • PROBLEM SOLVING: Identifying production-related issues and implementing process improvements to ensure consistent output quality and adherence to safety regulations; supporting plant goals such as units per man hour, safety and 5S, TAKT attainment, and cost as measured by overall plant performance.

What you will bring:

  • H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

  • Previous manufacturing supervisory or leadership experience

  • Excellent problem solving and conflict management skills

  • Effective communication skills that demonstrate a supportive team member

Compensation:

Base Pay Range: $63,500-$90,000/annually

Disclaimer: This base pay range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.

This role has been designated by the Company as Safety Sensitive.

Other facts

Tech stack
Adaptability,Coaching,Communication,Critical Thinking,Interpersonal Skills,Leadership,Problem Solving

About Trane Technologies

Thermo King pioneered transport refrigeration over 80 years ago, and today we continue innovating sustainable transport temperature control solutions with one goal in mind-improving quality of life for our customers.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Truck Transportation

What you'll do

  • The Production Supervisor is responsible for the overall performance of the team, focusing on safety, quality, cost, time, and output. They will supervise materials usage and support ongoing plant programs by identifying opportunities for process improvements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Trane Technologies pay for a Production Leader- 1st Shift?

Trane Technologies offers a competitive compensation package for the Production Leader- 1st Shift role. The salary range is USD 64k - 90k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.

What does a Production Leader- 1st Shift do at Trane Technologies?

As a Production Leader- 1st Shift at Trane Technologies, you will: the Production Supervisor is responsible for the overall performance of the team, focusing on safety, quality, cost, time, and output. They will supervise materials usage and support ongoing plant programs by identifying opportunities for process improvements..

Why join Trane Technologies as a Production Leader- 1st Shift?

Trane Technologies is a leading Truck Transportation company. The Production Leader- 1st Shift role offers competitive compensation.

Is the Production Leader- 1st Shift position at Trane Technologies remote?

The Production Leader- 1st Shift position at Trane Technologies is based in Richland County, South Carolina, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the Production Leader- 1st Shift position at Trane Technologies?

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