Production Line Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Line Supervisor
Job Description

The Production Line Supervisor oversees and organizes equipment, staff, and processes on the production floor to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality operations. This role enforces health and safety standards, establishes and manages performance procedures, and inspects products to maintain quality. The supervisor focuses on improving efficiencies, effectiveness, and overall operational performance while supporting a positive and professional work environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations on the production floor, including equipment, staff, and workflow.
• Ensure all health and safety procedures are followed to maintain a safe work environment.
• Establish, implement, and manage performance standards and production procedures to meet business requirements.
• Monitor production lines and assembly processes to ensure efficiency and adherence to schedules.
• Inspect products regularly to verify that quality standards are met and maintained.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and production problems to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate and supervise staff, providing direction, coaching, and support as needed.
• Manage inventory related to the production line to ensure materials and supplies are available.
• Prioritize tasks and allocate resources to handle heavy workloads and tight deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with team members and other departments to resolve issues and maintain smooth operations.
• Promote and model a consistently positive and professional attitude on the production floor.
• Maintain accurate records related to production, safety, and performance as required.

• Proven leadership experience in a supervisory or similar role.
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing machinery and tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Supervisory and management skills in a production or warehousing environment.
• Working knowledge of safety procedures in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to operate forklifts and powered lift equipment.
• Effective time-management and priority-setting abilities.
• Ability to handle heavy workloads and work under tight time constraints.
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Solid organizational skills for managing production lines, assembly lines, and inventory.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or warehousing environment.

• Red Cross training is considered an asset.
• Experience supervising staff on production and assembly lines.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a consistently positive and professional attitude.
• Comfort working in a structured, standards-driven environment.
• Willingness to work rotating or fixed shifts as required.

You will join a growing company operating in a clean, well-lit, and climate-controlled facility that supports both comfort and productivity. The organization offers opportunities for advancement, supported by a new and expanding location that creates room for professional growth. You will work in an environment that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement, providing a stable setting to develop your leadership and technical skills.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean plant environment that is well lit and climate controlled, providing a comfortable and safe setting for production work. Shifts include second shift (3:30 p.m.–12:00 a.m.) and third shift (10:30 p.m.–7:00 a.m.), requiring flexibility to work evenings and overnights. The facility uses manufacturing machinery, tools, forklifts, and powered lift equipment as part of daily operations, and follows established safety procedures and standards on the production floor.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Buffalo, NY.

The pay range for this position is $56160.00 - $62400.00/yr.

- 401(k) - Dental insurance - Health insurance - Paid time off

This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.