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Production Supervisor Hot End

ROCKWOOL Group


Job Location:

Ranson, WV - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 80000 - 110000
Posted: 2 September 2026 (16 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 30 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Hot End Production Supervisor

  • Ranson WV
  • Schedule: Monday Friday 1st Shift
  • Pay: $80000 - $110000 a year

Join a company where your work matters. At ROCKWOOL youll be part of a team that values safety collaboration and continuous improvement while enjoying competitive pay excellent benefits and opportunities to build a lasting career. Together were creating innovative solutions that make buildings safer more energy efficient and more sustainable for future generations.

Join us and make a difference!

About the Role:

As a Hot End Supervisor at ROCKWOOLs Ranson West Virginia facility youll lead melting technicians across all shifts. Youre responsible for safe efficient furnace operations that meet our quality standards. Reporting to the Production Manager youll be the key link between your team and plant leadership ensuring we maintain product quality while protecting people and the environment.

What Were Looking For:

  • Technical Degree/Certification or equivalent experience required.
  • 5 years experience in a continuous flow manufacturing or industrial environment and working with automated equipment required.
  • 2 years experience leading a team in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Ability to direct manage and coach the daily activities of a team of manufacturing employees.
  • Act as a ROCKWOOL ambassador demonstrating our core values of Ambition Integrity Responsibility and Efficiency.
  • Demonstrated or proven:
    • Organizational and analytical skills;
    • Basic computer knowledge and skills;
    • Acute attention to detail;
    • Written and verbal communication skills;
  • Problem-solving and trouble shooting skills;
  • Accuracy and data integrity.

What Youll Do:

Safety & Environment

  • Build and maintain a zero incidents safety culture on the production floor
  • Document and investigate safety and environmental issues to prevent recurrence
  • Train and coach team on safe operating practices

Production & Quality

  • Oversee furnace operations to meet ROCKWOOLs quality standards consistently and on schedule
  • Strive to meet production goals including time and material efficiency
  • Maintain accurate records of production inventory and staffing levels within budget

Team Development

  • Lead and coach melting technicians across all shifts
  • Build and train a high-performing team of technicians
  • Develop backup operators and plan for succession in key roles

Shutdown & Stops

  • Direct and lead team through all planned and unpanned stops to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently.
  • Plan allpotrelines and ensure reline pot is always ready within a week of replacing the pot.

Materials Management

  • Workwith purchasing to ensure raw materials(rock chemicals filters etc)are always plentiful.
  • Ensure a robust plan for keeping all tools and equipment needed for tasks arestored properly and accessible only to personnel performing tasks.

Cost Management

  • Work with management team to find cost savings withinareas of responsibilities; i.e. cleaning waste deposits raw materials etc..
  • Identify and eliminate operational inefficiencies to reduce costs over time

Continuous Improvement

  • Identify problems and implement solutions on the furnace line
  • Use daily management practices to drive ongoing operational improvements

What we offer

  • Competitive Pay
  • Medical dental and vision coverage beginning Day 1
  • 401K with company match up to 6%
  • Paid Time Off and 12 paid holidays
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Tuition reimbursement and career development opportunities
  • Wellness Perks: Fitness reimbursement and EAP access.
  • Safety First: Company-provided PPE and programs to keep you protected.

Benefits may vary by location and position. Specific details will be provided during the hiring process.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job the employee isconstantlyrequired to

  • Stand/or sit squat turn/twist
  • Reach use hands to: finger handle feel or operate objects tools or controls
  • Lift carry push or pull up to 60lbs; 120lbs assisted

While performing the duties of this job the employee isoccasionallyrequired to

  • Hear walk climb balance stoop bend kneel crouch or crawl and talk and smell.

Work Environment & Conditions:

Join a clean safe and modern manufacturing facility equipped with advanced technology and innovative processes. Safety is our top priority and we provide the training tools and support employees need to succeed. Youll work alongside a team committed to quality continuous improvement and looking out for one another.

Who we are:

ROCKWOOL is a global leader in stone wool insulation solutions employing approximately 12000 employees across 37 countries. Our products help create safer healthier and more sustainable buildings and industries around the world.

Our Culture and Commitment:

At ROCKWOOL we believe great people build great companies. We are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel respected valued and supported. Whether youre just starting your career or bringing years of experience youll find opportunities to learn grow and make a meaningful impact as part of our team.

ROCKWOOL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We assess all qualified candidates based solely on their skills and qualifications without regard to racecolor national origin religion gender age marital status disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

modern manufacturing facility equipped with advanced technology and innovative processes. Safety is our top priority and we provide the training tools and support employees need to succeed. Youll work alongside a team committed to quality continuous improvement and looking out for one another.

Who we are:

ROCKWOOL is a global leader in stone wool insulation solutions employing approximately 12000 employees across 37 countries. Our products help create safer healthier and more sustainable buildings and industries around the world.

Our Culture and Commitment:

At ROCKWOOL we believe great people build great companies. We are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel respected valued and supported. Whether youre just starting your career or bringing years of experience youll find opportunities to learn grow and make a meaningful impact as part of our team.

ROCKWOOL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We assess all qualified candidates based solely on their skills and qualifications without regard to racecolor national origin religion gender age marital status disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.


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