Production Supervisor Jobs in Arlington, TX
GM Arlington Assembly runs three shifts of full-size SUV production, and every one of those shifts is run by production supervisors (GT/group leaders and area managers) responsible for safety, quality, and hitting takt time with dozens of team members. Add the tier-one suppliers and the broad manufacturing base in the Great Southwest Industrial District, and Arlington has steady demand for supervisors who can lead a floor and deliver numbers.
Current production supervisor Openings in Arlington, TX
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Top Arlington Employers Hiring Production Supervisors
The GM plant and area manufacturers drive most production supervisor hiring.
- GM Arlington Assembly - shift and area production supervisors across the plant.
- Faurecia (Forvia) - seating and interior production supervision.
- Lear Corporation - seating and electrical production supervisors.
- Gestamp - stamping and welding production supervision.
- Poly-America - large area manufacturer with shift supervisor roles.
- Distribution and logistics operations - operations supervisors in the industrial district.
Production Supervisor Salaries in Arlington
- Entry level: about $55,000 to $70,000 per year.
- Experienced: about $70,000 to $95,000 per year.
- Senior / area manager: $95,000 to $120,000+ per year at GM and large suppliers.
These are estimates that vary by employer, shift, and experience. Salaried supervisor roles typically add medical, dental, vision, 401(k), bonus potential, and paid time off; off-shift roles may include a premium.
How to Become a Production Supervisor in Arlington
Two common paths lead here: promotion from the floor after proving leadership as a team leader or lead operator, or a bachelor's degree in operations, industrial technology, or business (UT Arlington offers relevant programs). Tarrant County College supervisory and industrial coursework helps, and lean/Six Sigma certifications are highly valued in automotive plants. No state license is required. What employers most want is proven ability to lead people, manage safety and quality, and hit production targets.
What the Job Involves
Production supervisors run a shift or area: they assign work, lead safety and quality, coach and hold team members accountable, track output against targets, solve line problems in real time, and report metrics up the chain. They handle attendance, discipline, and (in a union plant) work within the labor agreement. The role is fast-paced, people-heavy, and squarely accountable for the numbers.
Skills Employers Look For
- People leadership, coaching, and accountability
- Safety and quality management on the floor
- Understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
- Ability to hit production and cost targets under pressure
- Clear communication and problem-solving
- Comfort with metrics, reporting, and shift work
Career Path and Advancement
Supervisors advance to area/department manager, operations manager, and plant manager, or move laterally into quality, safety, or continuous-improvement leadership. Lean/Six Sigma credentials and a track record of hitting numbers accelerate the climb. Leadership experience in a plant this size transfers across every manufacturer in DFW.
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If production supervision interests you, these related Arlington roles are worth exploring.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need a degree to be a production supervisor in Arlington?
Not always. Many supervisors are promoted from the floor based on proven leadership, while others come in with a bachelor's in operations, business, or industrial technology. No state license is required, and lean or Six Sigma certifications strengthen any candidate.
How long does it take to become a production supervisor?
Coming up from the floor, it often takes a few years of strong performance and a team-leader stint to earn a supervisor role. With a relevant degree, you may enter a supervisor or management-trainee role directly out of school.
What is the hardest part of being a production supervisor?
Balancing people and numbers. You are accountable for safety, quality, and output all at once, while leading a team, handling attendance and discipline, and solving line problems in real time, often on an off shift. Strong people skills make or break the role.
Can production supervisor work be done remotely in Arlington?
No. Supervising a production floor is inherently on-site. You have to be present with your team and the line, so there is no remote option.
Which Arlington employer pays production supervisors the most?
GM Arlington Assembly and large tier-one suppliers generally pay the most for experienced supervisors and area managers, with bonus potential and strong benefits. Pay rises fastest for those with lean credentials and a proven results record.
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