Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor (Night Shift: 7:00 PM 7:00 AM, 2-2-3 Schedule)

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of shift operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role oversees hourly team members, drives continuous improvement initiatives, ensures compliance with safety and quality standards, and collaborates cross-functionally to meet operational goals. The supervisor serves as the primary point of accountability for shift performance, employee engagement, and adherence to company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and motivate shift employees to achieve production, safety, and quality objectives.
• Supervise daily operations, including problem resolution and performance management, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Promote a proactive safety culture by conducting audits, ensuring compliance, and leading incident investigations, including near-miss ("close call") reporting.
• Ensure all products meet established quality specifications and that standard operating procedures are consistently followed.
• Train and develop employees on company procedures, emphasizing safety, quality, and productivity.
• Collaborate with Human Resources on payroll, employee relations, staffing, and labor matters.
• Partner with peer supervisors to ensure effective communication during shift transitions and alignment on operational priorities.
• Manage shift performance to meet or exceed production targets while minimizing scrap and waste.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to processes, equipment, and materials in coordination with maintenance and technical support teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; Six Sigma certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment; union experience preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to build strong working relationships with hourly employees, leadership, and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs (or more as needed) and regularly stand, walk, and move throughout the facility.