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Wolverine Advanced Materials

Automotive elastomer-coated gaskets and dampers supplier

Production Supervisor

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/25/2026
$65k - $90k+ Bonus
Mid
Associate's
Blacksburg, VA, USA
In PersonWillingness to work 8- or 12-hour shifts, including nights and weekends as required.
Manufacturing & Production Operations

About the job

Requirements
  • An associate degree, 2–4 years of related supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to interpret specifications, procedures, and technical instructions.
  • Strong problem-solving ability using data, observation, and root-cause thinking.
  • Willingness to work 8- or 12-hour shifts, including nights and weekends as required.
  • High integrity and consistency; strong, direct communication; a calm and steady demeanor during challenges; a respectful and fair approach to accountability; a safety-first mindset with a commitment to quality; and a desire to continuously improve processes and people.
Responsibilities
  • Own the area’s performance in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
  • Set expectations clearly and follow through consistently.
  • Reinforce safe behavior and correct unsafe actions immediately.
  • Coach operators and develop a capable, confident team.
  • Ensure adherence to procedures, specifications, and standard work.
  • Maintain an organized, audit-ready work environment.
  • Manage labor, resources, and shift flow to meet production targets.
  • Apply lean principles to improve processes and eliminate waste.
  • Collaborate with supervisors across shifts for alignment and continuity.
  • Directly supervise up to 20 Production employees across multiple work areas.

About the company

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Wolverine Advanced Materials

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Wolverine Advanced Materials focuses on high-performance elastomer-coated parts for the automotive industry, including gaskets and materials that dampen brake and cabin noise. Its products use specialized elastomer coatings and engineered interfaces to seal gaps and reduce vibration, delivering quiet, reliable performance inside vehicles. The company differentiates itself through deep automotive expertise, a long history as a trusted global supplier to OEMs and aftermarket partners, and a narrow focus on quiet, durable solutions rather than general-purpose components. Its goal is to remain a stable global partner for carmakers and suppliers, expanding its market position and maintaining leadership in the core automotive brake and sealing materials, under ownership that supports its specialized industrial niche.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Dearborn, Michigan

Founded

1934

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What believers are saying

  • Rob Moraschinelli's 2024 aftermarket hire signals renewed push into higher-margin replacement sales.
  • Headcount reached 493 in March 2026, while active hiring continued despite ownership change.
  • QUIETPATH materials and global manufacturing in Germany, China, Brazil, and the U.S. widen reach.

What critics are saying

  • Center Rock bought Wolverine in 2024, then debt pressure can force margin-cuts by 2026.
  • Auto brake shims face commoditization; cheaper coated-metal competitors compress pricing quickly.
  • A major OEM loss would slash volume across 2,500 SKUs and threaten standalone viability.

What makes Wolverine Advanced Materials unique

  • Dearborn-founded since 1934, Wolverine specializes in brake NVH elastomer-coated metals.
  • Wolverine serves 150-plus blue-chip customers across OEM, OES, and aftermarket channels.
  • Its 2025 Dearborn technical center added hemi-anechoic and brake squeal validation capabilities.

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Benefits

  • Performance Bonus

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

9%

2 year growth

9%
The Brake Report
Nov 18th, 2024
Wolverine Advanced Materials Welcomes Aftermarket Director

Rob Moraschinelli joins Wolverine Advanced Materials as Aftermarket Sales Director.

The Brake Report
Aug 22nd, 2024
ITT Sells Wolverine Advanced Materials for $171M

ITT acquired WAM in 2015 and is known for its highly engineered components and customized technology solutions across various industries.