Dura-Bond Pipe Industrial Electrician
Dura-Bond’s pipe manufacturing facility located in Steelton Pennsylvania has opening for a full time shift supervisor.
Job Title: Swing Shift Repair Bay Floor Supervisor – DSAW Pipe Manufacturing
Location: Dura-Bond Pipe Manufacturing Steelton PA
Position Summary
The Swing shift (2-week rotation, 4am-2pm, 2pm-midnight) Repair Bay Floor Supervisor is responsible for leading all repair bay operations within a DSAW pipe manufacturing environment. This role oversees weld repair, inspection coordination, grinding, and rework processes while managing hourly employees in a high-production, industrial setting. The supervisor ensures safety, quality, and throughput targets are consistently met.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and lead repair bay personnel (welders, grinders, material handlers, inspectors)
- Coordinate repair activities for DSAW pipe including weld defects, coating damage, and dimensional corrections
- Prioritize workload based on production demands and quality hold points
- Ensure compliance with all safety standards, including lockout/tagout, PPE, and hot work procedures
- Work closely with QA/QC to address non-conformances and ensure proper documentation and repair procedures
- Monitor productivity, downtime, and repair cycle times; drive continuous improvement
- Train, coach, and hold employees accountable for performance, attendance, and safety
- Communicate effectively with 1st shift, operations, and plant leadership to ensure smooth shift transitions
- Troubleshoot equipment and workflow issues within the repair bay
- Maintain accurate shift reports, repair logs, and labor tracking
Required Experience
- 5+ years in heavy manufacturing, preferably pipe, steel, or plate fabrication
- Prior supervisory experience over hourly shop-floor employees
- Direct experience with:
- Weld repair processes (SAW/DSAW preferred)
- Grinding, gouging, and rework operations
- Working with NDT/inspection teams (UT, RT, visual)
- Proven ability to manage industrial workforce environments (attendance issues, productivity, safety enforcement)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in pipe manufacturing or API-spec production
- Familiarity with welding procedures (WPS/PQR) and repair standards
- Strong understanding of quality systems and non-conformance handling
- Experience working in a union environment (if applicable)
Leadership Expectations
- Hands-on, visible presence on the floor (not an office supervisor)
- Firm but fair—able to manage a tough workforce while maintaining respect
- Strong decision-maker under pressure in a fast-paced production setting
- Focused on accountability, safety, and results
Work Schedule
- Swing Shift
- Overtime and weekend work as required to support production needs
What Success Looks Like
- Reduced repair backlog and faster turnaround times
- Improved quality acceptance rates
- Safe, disciplined, and productive repair bay team
- Clear communication between shifts and departments
Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Steelton, PA 17113 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
