DATE: Jul 11, 2026
LOCATION: Newark, Ohio, United States, 43055
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Company: Armstrong World Industries
Primary location: Newark, Ohio
Relocation offered: No
Employment status: Full-Time
Travel: < 10%
Non-compete: No
The estimated base salary range for this role is $75,000 to 83,000 per year.
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors
Production Supervisor
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day planning and execution of production and fabrication operations. This role ensures customer orders are completed efficiently while driving performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and team engagement.
What You’ll Be Doing
Production & Operations Management
Oversee daily operations of Fabrication and Salvage areas, ensuring execution of production goals.
Manage completion of customer orders from both production and inventory.
Utilize finished and semi-finished inventory to optimize order fulfillment and cost efficiency.
Manage salvage materials by determining reuse, rework, or scrap strategies.
Partner with Production Planning to ensure on-time delivery, including accommodating rush orders.
Adapt quickly to schedule changes and direct team priorities accordingly.
Collaborate with Purchasing on scheduling, inventory, and production decisions.
Maintain product reporting systems for cost control and inventory accuracy.
Recommend warehousing and storage methods to minimize damage and improve efficiency.
Implement and support regular inventory cycle counts.
Leadership & Team Development
Lead, coach, and develop production teams to achieve operational goals.
Manage workforce allocation to meet production demands safely and efficiently.
Drive accountability and performance through clear expectations and communication.
Support employee training, cross-training, and skill development.
Foster a culture of teamwork, engagement, and inclusion.
Maintain strong housekeeping and workplace standards.
Safety & Compliance
Promote and drive a zero-incident safety culture.
Ensure completion of all required safety training.
Lead safety initiatives including:
Behavior-based safety observations
Near miss reporting
Safety meetings and inspections
Coach employees on safe work practices and reinforce desired behaviors.
Investigate safety incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
Communicate and reinforce safety expectations across the operation.
What Will Make You Successful
Strong leadership presence with the ability to manage and motivate production teams.
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
Ability to balance safety, quality, delivery, and cost in daily decision-making.
Experience managing production schedules, inventory, and operational workflows.
Effective communication skills across all levels of the organization.
Proven ability to drive accountability and improve team performance.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
What Makes You Stand Out
Experience overseeing fabrication, salvage, or rework operations.
Strong background in inventory optimization and material utilization.
Experience improving warehouse/storage processes and reducing product damage.
Familiarity with continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing environments.
Experience working closely with cross-functional teams such as Purchasing and Planning.
SAP experience, particularly with ERP systems such as SAP S/4HANA.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
3+ years of supervisory or leadership experience.
Strong knowledge of production operations including:
Production flow
Quality standards
Safety practices
Knowledge of shipping and warehouse operations.
Experience with SAP ERP systems (FI module preferred; S/4HANA a plus).
Why should you join Tectum, Inc., a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?
Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions in the Americas. With approximately $1.3B in revenue, AWI has about 3,600 employees and a manufacturing network of twenty-one facilities in North America.
At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.
For more than 160 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.
We are committed to developing new and sustainable ceiling solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.
Our Sustainability Ambition
"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:
Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.
About the location (Newark OH)
Tectum, Inc., a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (AWI), is one of twenty Armstrong plants in North America. Our Tectum manufacturing plant employs many people across 2 shifts who are involved in the manufacturing and shipping of our Tectum product. With over 60 years of innovation and experience in reducing noise worldwide, our Tectum plant has the right product for your noise problem.
This position is located in beautiful and historical Newark, Ohio, the county seat of Licking County, 40 miles northeast of Columbus. We also have another location in nearby Hebron. Licking County has lots to offer. We have an abundance of parks including Newark Earthworks, the National Historic Landmark where visitors can explore 2,000-year-old geometric earthworks that served as both cathedral and astronomical observatories for the Hopewell Culture. If you want to stay indoors, The Midland Theatre is a beautiful 1,200-seat theatre offers exciting and affordable family-friendly shows, legendary artists, world-class dance, and intimate stage-door performances.
Tectum Inc., a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce. As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisition and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Come and build your future with us and apply today!
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