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New grad retail sales supervisor jobs attract recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a demonstrated ability to lead a sales floor team can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Consulting & Professional Services, and Retail, with employers like Unifi, Warby Parker, and Weaver hiring at this level now.
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Merchant Metals
Production Supervisor (Bilingual)
Statesville, NC
Important Working Environment
This position works in a NON-CLIMATE-CONTROLLED manufacturing environment.
- You will be working indoors and around manufacturing equipment where temperatures can be extremely hot during the summer and cold during the winter. Employees must be comfortable working in these conditions and performing physical work throughout the shift.
- This is a hands-on manufacturing position that requires standing, walking, moving materials, wearing required PPE, and working around production equipment.
Position Summary:
We currently have openings on our Operations team for a Bilingual Production Supervisor.
Work Schedule:
Monday - Thursday: 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM (as needed)
About Merchants Metals
Merchants Metals is one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of fence systems in the nation and has been the contractor’s and architect’s source for quality fencing and accessories for over 60 years. Our complete line of products includes perimeter security solutions for industrial, commercial and residential applications.
What You’ll Do
- Responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations, ensuring production schedules are met, maintaining quality standards, promoting a safe work environment, and leading employees to achieve operational goals.
- Provide direct supervision of production personnel and supports continuous improvement initiatives that drive efficiency and performance.
- Lead and supervise production employees to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals.
- Ensure daily production schedules and operational targets are achieved.
- Monitor employee performance, attendance, and adherence to company policies and standards.
- Verify product quality through established inspection and quality control processes.
- Enforce safety policies and conduct routine safety observations and inspections.
- Coordinate shift startup, material availability, staffing, and equipment readiness.
- Communicate production performance, downtime, quality concerns, and operational issues to leadership.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and process improvements.
- Train and coach employees on job responsibilities, safety procedures, and quality expectations.
- Complete production reports, labor tracking, and required operational documentation accurately.
- Coordinate with maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure equipment reliability.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- 2+ years of manufacturing, fabrication, or production experience.
- 1+ years of supervisory, lead, or team leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience managing employee performance, safety, quality, and production schedules.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and manufacturing documentation.
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree in Manufacturing, Operations, Business, or related field.
- Experience in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, or continuous improvement programs.
- Experience with ERP, inventory, or production planning systems.
- Experience in a multi-shift manufacturing environment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Leadership, employee coaching, and team development skills.
- Knowledge of production scheduling, workflow management, and labor planning.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Knowledge of OSHA and manufacturing safety requirements.
- Ability to lead continuous improvement and 5S initiatives.
- Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and production reporting tools.
Why Join Merchants Metals?
At Merchants Metals, our people are at the center of what we do. Our culture is built around seven core values:
Safety | Integrity | Accountability | Passion | Transparency | Empowerment | Teamwork
We believe employees should have opportunities to learn, grow, and build a long-term career. We invest in our people through training, development, competitive pay, and opportunities for advancement.
Benefits: We’ve Got You Covered
Merchants Metals offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and eligible family members
- Company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discounts
- 401(k) retirement plan with a strong company match
- Competitive wages
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid holidays
Ready to Build Your Career?
If you are dependable, safety-minded, comfortable working in a physically demanding manufacturing environment, and looking for an opportunity to grow, we want to hear from you.
Merchant Metals
Production Supervisor (Bilingual)
Statesville, NC
Important Working Environment
This position works in a NON-CLIMATE-CONTROLLED manufacturing environment.
- You will be working indoors and around manufacturing equipment where temperatures can be extremely hot during the summer and cold during the winter. Employees must be comfortable working in these conditions and performing physical work throughout the shift.
- This is a hands-on manufacturing position that requires standing, walking, moving materials, wearing required PPE, and working around production equipment.
Position Summary:
We currently have openings on our Operations team for a Bilingual Production Supervisor.
Work Schedule:
Monday - Thursday: 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM (as needed)
About Merchants Metals
Merchants Metals is one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of fence systems in the nation and has been the contractor’s and architect’s source for quality fencing and accessories for over 60 years. Our complete line of products includes perimeter security solutions for industrial, commercial and residential applications.
What You’ll Do
- Responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations, ensuring production schedules are met, maintaining quality standards, promoting a safe work environment, and leading employees to achieve operational goals.
- Provide direct supervision of production personnel and supports continuous improvement initiatives that drive efficiency and performance.
- Lead and supervise production employees to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals.
- Ensure daily production schedules and operational targets are achieved.
- Monitor employee performance, attendance, and adherence to company policies and standards.
- Verify product quality through established inspection and quality control processes.
- Enforce safety policies and conduct routine safety observations and inspections.
- Coordinate shift startup, material availability, staffing, and equipment readiness.
- Communicate production performance, downtime, quality concerns, and operational issues to leadership.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and process improvements.
- Train and coach employees on job responsibilities, safety procedures, and quality expectations.
- Complete production reports, labor tracking, and required operational documentation accurately.
- Coordinate with maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure equipment reliability.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- 2+ years of manufacturing, fabrication, or production experience.
- 1+ years of supervisory, lead, or team leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience managing employee performance, safety, quality, and production schedules.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and manufacturing documentation.
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree in Manufacturing, Operations, Business, or related field.
- Experience in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, or continuous improvement programs.
- Experience with ERP, inventory, or production planning systems.
- Experience in a multi-shift manufacturing environment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Leadership, employee coaching, and team development skills.
- Knowledge of production scheduling, workflow management, and labor planning.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Knowledge of OSHA and manufacturing safety requirements.
- Ability to lead continuous improvement and 5S initiatives.
- Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and production reporting tools.
Why Join Merchants Metals?
At Merchants Metals, our people are at the center of what we do. Our culture is built around seven core values:
Safety | Integrity | Accountability | Passion | Transparency | Empowerment | Teamwork
We believe employees should have opportunities to learn, grow, and build a long-term career. We invest in our people through training, development, competitive pay, and opportunities for advancement.
Benefits: We’ve Got You Covered
Merchants Metals offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and eligible family members
- Company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discounts
- 401(k) retirement plan with a strong company match
- Competitive wages
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid holidays
Ready to Build Your Career?
If you are dependable, safety-minded, comfortable working in a physically demanding manufacturing environment, and looking for an opportunity to grow, we want to hear from you.
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- Unifi23
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Entry Level Retail Sales Supervisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level retail sales supervisor job?
Focus on any hands-on retail or customer-facing experience you have, even from part-time or internship roles, and highlight moments where you coached a coworker or took charge of a floor section. Employers hiring at the entry level look for candidates who can motivate a small team, hit sales targets, and handle scheduling basics. A demonstrated willingness to learn store operations quickly gives you a real edge.
Which companies hire entry level retail sales supervisors?
Companies hiring entry level retail sales supervisors right now include Unifi, Warby Parker, and Weaver, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Retailers of all sizes, from national chains to regional specialty stores, actively recruit at this level because they prefer to develop supervisors from within their own floor staff pipelines.
Are there remote entry level retail sales supervisor jobs?
Yes, though most postings are on-site given the floor-based nature of the role. About 4% of entry level retail sales supervisor openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to involve inside sales or digital retail operations rather than traditional in-store floor supervision.
Are these new grad retail sales supervisor jobs?
Yes, many of these postings are new grad and junior roles that welcome recent graduates and candidates with little to no prior supervisory experience. A new grad friendly posting typically says it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or part-time retail work as qualifying background, or explicitly mentions training provided, making them a realistic first step into a supervisory retail career.
Which industries hire the most entry level retail sales supervisors?
Entry Level retail sales supervisor roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Consulting & Professional Services, and Retail, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at the entry level because high customer volume and frequent staff turnover create ongoing demand for supervisors who can be developed quickly from the ground up.