Supervisor

Job Title: Production Supervisor – 2nd Shift

Job Description

The Production Supervisor oversees a small 2nd-shift team in an industrial environment, ensuring production goals and key performance indicators are consistently met. This working supervisor role combines hands-on operational duties, such as operating forklifts and using RF scanners, with leadership responsibilities to keep the team on pace and maintain accurate inventory records.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team of 2–3 production employees on 2nd shift, providing direction, support, and oversight throughout the shift.

• Monitor and maintain production pace to meet established key performance indicators (KPIs) per labor hour.

• Act as a working supervisor by actively participating in daily operations while managing team performance and workflow.

• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to load trucks and move materials as needed.

• Use RF scanners to accurately record, track, and drop orders into the computer system.

• Work with Excel and other computer tools to update records, track inventory, and support reporting needs.

• Oversee inventory management activities, helping ensure stock accuracy and proper product rotation.

• Coordinate tasks and communicate expectations clearly to team members to maintain productivity and quality standards.

• Support a clean, organized, and safe work area in both standard industrial and freezer environments.

• Adapt to changing priorities during the shift and help resolve operational issues as they arise.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of leadership experience managing a small team in a production, warehouse, or similar environment.

• Proven experience operating forklifts in an industrial or warehouse setting.

• Hands-on experience with inventory management processes.

• Ability to use RF scanners for order processing and inventory tracking.

• Proficiency with Excel and general computer skills for data entry and basic reporting.

• Ability to work the 2nd shift schedule from 2:30 p.m. until shift completion.

• Comfort working in a freezer environment as needed.

• Strong communication skills to direct, coach, and coordinate a small team.

• Ability to maintain production pace and meet KPI targets under time pressure.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supervising production or warehouse teams of 2–3 employees or more.

• Experience in an industrial or distribution environment.

• Attention to detail when entering data into Excel and inventory systems.

• Ability to troubleshoot basic issues with RF scanners or computer-based systems.

• Strong organizational skills to balance hands-on work with supervisory responsibilities.

• Reliability and consistency in adhering to production schedules and shift hours.

Why Work Here?

You will join a small, close-knit team where collaboration and mutual support are part of everyday work. The company operates with a family-owned and operated mindset, offering a personable atmosphere where your contributions are visible and valued. You can expect a stable environment that encourages long-term growth, open communication, and a sense of ownership in the success of the operation.

Work Environment

The role is based in an industrial facility that includes both standard warehouse areas and a freezer environment. You will work on the 2nd shift from 2:30 p.m. until the work is finished, which may vary by day. The position is hands-on and physically active, involving regular forklift operation, use of RF scanners, and interaction with inventory in both ambient and cold storage areas. You should be comfortable wearing appropriate attire and protective gear suitable for industrial and freezer conditions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hanover, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hanover,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.