Production Shift Manager (Nights)

Job Location: Petoskey Plant – Petoskey, MI 49770 Position Type: Full Time. Shift: Night (2-2-3 schedule). The Production Shift Manager leads teams to safe and efficient manufacturing of quality products while building a strong, accountable culture. Responsibilities Promote workplace safety and lead the team’s Safety Program Lead safety discussions with associates, audit safety practices during walk‑arounds Be present for scheduled shifts and attend management team meetings as necessary Review and suggest improvements to the production schedule Evaluate staffing levels, maintain budgeted headcount, and collaborate with HR to fill gaps Provide on‑the‑job training for associates in all areas of their duties Uphold housekeeping standards, inspect each line and update line charts with relevant data and comments Assist in planning for job changes with line technicians and conduct daily audits of operator performance Identify limiting factors of production and recommend continual improvement Prepare work orders for repairs, submit requisitions for replacement of equipment, and submit requests for preventive maintenance Document department procedures and work instructions, updating as needed Approve time and attendance records and assignments across departments using timekeeping software Accurately complete production reports and detail run‑time reports Collaborate with HR to conduct coaching sessions for associates Adhere to and enforce company policies consistently Maintain accurate records for safety, production, scrap quality, and HR Ensure compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS), including QA scrap and first‑piece approvals Schedule regular communication meetings to promote team building and continuous improvement Report all safety, HR, quality, scrap and production issues to manager Attend training seminars as required Perform additional duties as assigned by management Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or Associate’s Degree Experience: 5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing or a closely related field Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: PE Blown Film experience preferred Ability to coach and provide performance management individually Proven track record of meeting quantitative metrics Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills Experience with Continuous Improvement projects Strong leadership to motivate a team Dedication to Quality Management System Safety, production, scrap and quality oriented Excel skills for charting, graphing, and inventory tracking Proficient in blueprint reading and mechanical tasks Essential Functions Regular and reliable attendance Reading Writing Visual Acuity Ascend/Descend stairways and platforms up to 50+ feet Stand for 12 hours Walk Bend Twist Reach Push Pull Lift and carry up to 30 pounds (higher weights require a two‑person lift) Concentration Benefits Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision benefits – valued at $4/hr over base pay PTO 401(k) – company pays 3% of annual earnings regardless of contribution Profit sharing Tuition reimbursement Wellness reimbursement (up to $400 annually) Life insurance Short‑ and long‑term disability #J-18808-Ljbffr Petoskey Plastics