RK is a multifaceted, industry-leading, specialty contractor headquartered in Denver, CO, with decades of experience working in the construction, manufacturing and building services industries. As a second-generation family-owned enterprise, RK prides itself on developing strong relationships with customers, as true project partners, throughout the Mountain West region. RK brings creativity, performance and optimism to every project.

RK Mechanical offers commercial and industrial plumbing, mechanical piping, process piping, HVAC and refrigeration construction.

The peRKs:

RK Contributions

• Four medical plans with HSA and FSA options for you and your family
• 401(k) plan with company match that is 100% immediately vested
• Dental and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability plans available after one year
• Company provided life insurance and AD&D with options for supplemental buy-ups.
• Paid time off and holidays
• Weekly pay

In-house Programs

• Career development training for all levels through RK University
• Discounts on products and services for life’s necessities such as phone, internet and work apparel
• Fun company and team building events, and volunteering opportunities

Partnership Programs

• Confidential counseling for personal issues, financial advice and more
• Discounts on entertainment including amusement park tickets, restaurant specials and more

What you’ll be working on:

The Production Supervisor will provide direct supervision to the RK Mechanical Sheet Metal and Plumbing Shop. Will oversee the scheduling, coordination, ensure proper and accurate training of employees, monitor the quality of work and address shop maintenance issues. Production Supervisor will report to the RK Shop Operations Superintendent, and manage the daily production operations; including process and procedure improvement activities, productivity, quality control and customer satisfaction.

• Completes production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel; accomplishing work results; establishing priorities; monitoring progress; revising schedules; resolving problems; reporting results of the processing flow with production summaries by shift.
• Manages staff by requesting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.
• Communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, disciplining employees; and initiating, coordinating and enforcing systems, policies and procedures. Provide guidance and direction to the production floor personnel.
• Develop and maintain training programs in conjunction with the Training Coordinator to ensure that all personnel have the necessary skills to perform their duties safely and productively.
• Coordinate daily production floor activities and delegate assignments to production personnel.
• Communicate clear expectations to production personnel, keep them informed of matters pertaining to their job, and develop personnel growth opportunities.
• Monitor employee work performance relative to expectations.
• Ensure material is supplied to the workstations quickly and efficiently.
• Monitor and enforce safety policies.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment at all times by educating and directing personnel.
• Implement and drive continuous improvement activities through implementation of change management process and best practices.
• Document and ensure any required corrective measures are addressed and implemented.
• Ensure equipment and tools are in good working order and available for use when required.
• Ensure all stations are producing product to the company’s quality standards.
• Continuously evaluate and modify the plant layout and material workflow for increased throughput and productivity.
• Monitor and manage schedule with work start, break, and stop times of the production floor personnel.
• Monitor and enforce cell phone prohibition of the production floor personnel.
• Work in a fast paced environment with fast changing priorities and management.
• Implement manufacturing processes and procedures for new products and customers.

What is expected of a Production Supervisor - Plumbing Shop:

• Advanced Microsoft Office 2010 and computer skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• College/University graduate with 7 years relevant experience or equivalent combination of skills and experience generally expected for specified technical roles.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced environment with little direction.
• Strong supervisory and management skills; Strong leadership skills; Good training skills.
• Strong knowledge of plant and manufacturing operations required.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in manufacturing production is preferred.
• Knowledge of lean principals, raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Makes decisions independently regarding complexities and methods.

How you make Safety your top priority:

• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• All employees are accountable for safety and health and are empowered to stop work if an unsafe condition is present. Employees should immediately notify their supervisor so that the hazard may be corrected.
• RK Mechanical employees and subcontractors are required to implement and maintain all safety and health systems practices including the training requirements of RK Mechanical Orientation, shop specific orientation, CPR/First Aid/AED/Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazard Identification and Reporting, and OSHA 10.

Minimum Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry 51 to 75 pounds occasionally and/or 31 to 45 pounds of force frequently and/or greater than negligible up to 16 to 22 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Ability to climb up and down and maintain balance on stairs, ladders and scaffolds while carrying tools and equipment.
• Ability to see (naturally or with correction).
• Ability to use arms and hands to reach, handle or manipulate and install heavy objects and materials.
• Ability to balance, kneel, squat, crouch, bend, lean, stand, walk, climb, dig, backfill and compact.

COMPANY AWARDS

Denver Business Journal Denver-Area Private Companies: Ranked #21 in 2021, #19 in 2019 and various ranks in previous ten years or more

Denver Business Journal Denver-Area Private Sector Employers: Ranked #12 in 2022, #25 in 2021, #19 in 2019

Denver Business Journal Fastest-Growing Denver-Area Private Companies: Ranked #6, 2019

Denver Business Journal Fast 50 list: Ranked #6 2019

ABC’s Top 200 Performers: Ranked #31 in 2022, Ranked #22 in 2021, Ranked #16 in 2020, Ranked #18 in 2019

ABC’s Top 75 Trade Contractors: Ranked #11 in 2022, Ranked #7 in 2021

ABC’s Top Performers by Market:

Airport Contractor: Ranked #15 in 2022

Entertainment Contractor: Ranked #9 in 2022

High Tech Contractor: Ranked #8 in 2022

Hospitality Contractor: Ranked #10 in 2022

Mixed Use Contractor: Ranked #6 in 2022

Museums, Monuments and Parks Contractor: Ranked #9 in 2022

Office Contractor: Ranked #20 in 2022

Wellness Workdays and Harvard Medical School Best Wellness Employer Certification: 2019 Silver

ColoradoBiz Magazine Top Company 2021 Awards: Winner, Category: Construction + Engineering

ColoradoBiz Magazine Top Company 2017 Awards: Winner, Category: Construction + Engineering

ColoradoBiz Magazine Top 50 Family Owned Companies: Ranked #1 since 2011

ColoradoBiz Magazine Top 200 Private Companies: Ranked #8 in 2021 and 2020, Ranked #10 in 2019, Ranked #11 2018

ColoradoBiz Magazine Top 250 Private Companies: Every year since 2011

American Heart Association Fit-Friendly Worksite Award: 2020 (Gold), 2019 (Gold), 2018 (Gold), 2017 (Silver), 2016 (Platinum), 2015 (Gold)

Colorado Workforce Development Council: Celebration of Excellence in Apprenticeship, 2018 Outstanding Employer

Business Experiential Learning Commission: 2020 Colorado Apprentice Award, Employer category

Engineering News Record Specialty Contractor of the Year - Mountain States: 2020

Health Links Healthy Workplace: Certified leader in 2022 and 2021

RK MECHANICAL AWARDS

ABC’s Top 20 Plumbing/HVAC Contractors: Ranked #2 in 2022, Ranked #3, 2021, Ranked #2, 2020

Denver Business Journal Denver-Area Mechanical Contractors: Ranked #1 since 2015

ABC Excellence In Construction Awards (Regional)

Miramar - Salt Lake Data Center, 2021 Award of Excellence

Ascent Union Station, 2020 Award of Excellence

Engineering News Record Top 600 Specialty Contractors: #97 in 2022, #101 in 2021, #95 in 2020, #70 in 2019, #67 in 2018

Engineering News Record Top 50 Mechanical Firms: #33 in 2022, #47 in 2021, #39 in 2020, #29 in 2019, 2011-2017

SAFETY AWARDS

ABC STEP Awards: Diamond level: 2022, 2017, Platinum level: 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2016, 2015, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008

ACCA Award Member: Safety Master’s Club

AGC Safety Utah: Silver Award with 5 stars, 2022

COMMUNITY AND PHILANTHROPY

Denver Business Journal Corporate Foundations: Ranked # 6 in 2021, #7 in 2020, #6 in 2019

Denver Business Journal Denver Area Corporate Philanthropists: Ranked #22 in 2021, #23 in 2020

The Civic 50 Colorado: One of the most community-minded companies 2020, 2019

Carson J Spencer Foundation: 2015 Corporate Shooting Star Award for RK’s suicide prevention efforts