Production Supervisor, 2nd shift

2nd Shift Manufacturing Production Supervisor Lacon, IL Position Summary We are seeking a hands‑on 2nd Shift Production Supervisor to lead our manufacturing team. You will manage a team of 3-6 operators and technicians. Your primary focus will be ensuring safety, maintaining quality standards, and meeting daily production targets. This is a working Supervisor role at $28-$30/hr + 7.5% shift differential and is eligible for overtime pay. Shift Schedule 2nd shift: 3pm-1am. Currently running 5 days a week but it does flex between 4 and 5 day work weeks. The Supervisor should report 15 minutes early, leave 15 minutes late. Training period of 8-12 weeks on first shift. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership: Manage, train, and mentor less than 20 shift employees. Daily Operations: Oversee daily extrusion line setups, operations, and teardowns. Safety Enforcement: Maintain strict adherence to OSHA regulations and company safety policies. Quality Control: Monitor product dimensions and visuals to minimize scrap rates. Troubleshooting: Assist technicians with mechanical and process issues on extrusion machinery. Performance Tracking: Complete shift logs, production reports, and attendance tracking. Continuous Improvement: Implement lean manufacturing practices to optimize workflow efficiency. Qualifications Experience: Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment. Industry Knowledge: Background in plastics manufacturing or similar industries such as metal, lumber, automotive, or aerospace. Technical Skills: Strong mechanical aptitude Leadership: Proven track record of managing and motivating small teams (under 20 people). Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills for cross‑shift handoffs. Education: High School Diploma or GED required; technical or post‑secondary degree is a plus. Competitive salary with a 2nd shift differential. Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. #J-18808-Ljbffr H. T. PROF Group