At CF&I Steel, L.P., our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.
Rocky Mountain Steel Mills is seeking a Production Supervisor - Rolling & Finishing Operations for our facility in Pueblo, Colorado. This position provides the opportunity to lead a highly skilled workforce in the production, rolling, processing, and finishing of steel products while ensuring safe, efficient, and quality-driven operations. The Production Supervisor will work closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Safety teams to meet production goals, optimize mill performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Rocky Mountain Steel Mills is committed to maintaining and promoting a safe, healthy and injury-free environment. It is required for all jobs.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead rail rolling and/or finishing operations to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of high-quality rail products.
- Conduct shift safety meetings, perform safe job observations, and enforce compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
- Utilize LEAN Manufacturing tools and continuous improvement principles to improve safety, quality, productivity, yield, and throughput.
- Supervise, coach, train, and develop employees while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and engagement.
- Monitor daily production performance, manage delays, and coordinate corrective actions to meet operational targets.
- Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams to troubleshoot issues, improve equipment reliability, and optimize process performance.
- Ensure compliance with product specifications, quality requirements, and heat traceability documentation.
- Schedule and manage workforce assignments to support production demands, employee training, and operational efficiency.
- Administer labor relations activities, including maintaining knowledge of collective bargaining agreements, issuing Improvement Action Reports (IARs), and processing grievances.
- Maintain KRONOS by reviewing, editing, and approving employee timecards daily, while ensuring accurate production and shift records.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Three years of steel manufacturing experience
- One year of front-line supervisory or team leader experience managing cross-functional teams
- Knowledge and experience with rolling of rail or special sections, sawing and gag press operations, process troubleshooting, and material flow logistics
- High mechanical aptitude
- Proven ability to professionally communicate, in written and verbal forms
- Functional knowledge in Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint
- Proven ability to organize and motivate production teams for safe, high-quality results and maximum productivity
- Associates degree in a technical field or equivalent, preferred
- Three years of rail or special section finishing experience or rail rolling experience, preferred
- Experience with database development, statistical process control, process control and automation technologies, and lean manufacturing principles, preferred
- Experience with Oracle quality and production modules and Oracle 11i requisitioning, preferred
- Strong time management skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Strong leadership and management skills to oversee and motivate teams effectively.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and operations to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Understanding of lean manufacturing principles to minimize waste and improve overall efficiency.
- Strong leadership and management skills to oversee and motivate teams effectively.
- Familiarity with health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
- Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities to address challenges and improve processes.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Capacity to adapt to changing circumstances and handle high-pressure situations.
- Knowledge of supply chain management and inventory control to optimize material flow.
- Proven track record of achieving operational goals and targets.
- Functional knowledge in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Ability to organize, time management, and motivate production teams for safe, high-quality results and maximum productivity.
- Ability to professionally communicate both in writing and orally with all levels of personnel
- Ability to interact with all levels of personnel and communicate professionally in written and verbal form
- Must be available to be on call and assist personnel in times of emergency and business needs
- Valid Drivers License
Compensation Range: $90,000 - $105,000
Open and Closing Dates: 10/07/2026 - 11/07/2026
Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!
- Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
- Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
- Short and long term disability programs
- Competitive retirement plans
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
- Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
- Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness program
All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.
While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail careers@orionsteel.com or call: (312) 533-3577. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Join a team that manufactures excellence, drives success and builds careers!
