2nd Shift Production Supervisor

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2nd Shift Production Supervisor

Full Time Westfield, IN, US

Job Summary:

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and supporting daily manufacturing operations by managing workflow, ensuring safety and quality compliance, training team members, and driving continuous improvement. This position requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively across departments to meet production goals.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities/ Essential Functions:

Leadership & Supervision:

• Supervise, coach, and mentor production Team members to ensure optimal team performance and accountability.
• Organize daily work assignments, monitor team progress, and ensure staffing levels meet operational needs.
• Conduct daily shift meetings to communicate production goals, quality standards, and safety expectations .
• Maintain open and effective communication across departments, including coordination between supply and customer lines.
• Identify training needs, drive efficiency and continuous improvement, assist with the development of training plans, and conduct on-the-job training as needed.

Production Oversight:

• Monitor production schedules and ensure timely completion of work orders while minimizing downtime.
• Troubleshoot production issues and coordinate with maintenance, quality, and engineering teams as needed.
• Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Flexes across lines to increase efficiency.

Safety & Compliance:

• Promote and enforce a culture of safety by ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and company safety policies.
• Conduct regular safety audits and participate in incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area following 5S and housekeeping standards.
• Perform Layered Process Audits (LPAs) and ensure compliance with company safety policies, PPE standards, and regulatory requirements.

Quality Assurance:

• Collaborate with Quality teams to ensure that all products meet internal and customer Quality standards.
• Lead containment and corrective actions when defects or non-conformities are identified.
• Support and implement Lean Manufacturing principles, Kaizen events, and process improvement initiatives.
• Identify and recommend improvements in productivity, quality, cost, and Team member engagement.

Administrative Duties:

• Complete accurate shift reports, performance metrics, and production documentation.
• Lead and participate in performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and hiring recommendations.
• Track attendance and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures .
• Safeguard confidential information and ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.

Skills & Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED required, Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment, including at least one year in a supervisory role.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing, safety compliance, and quality standards (e.g., ISO/TS/IATF).
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams using collaborative and performance-based methods.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with ERP or MES systems preferred.
• Understanding of production operations, manufacturing processes, and basic mechanical aptitude.
• Knowledge of safety regulations (OSHA), lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement practices.

Required Tools:

• Microsoft Office Suite

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged standing and some walking.
• Must be able to lift up to a minimum of 50 pounds occasionally.
• Use of functional Core Tools

Working Conditions/Environment:

• This position requires working with various temperature conditions.
• The following motions can be required during the day: Standing or sitting for extended periods of time, stepping up & down, balancing, bending (hip & knees), reaching, standing, walking, pulling, pushing, lifting (from floor to waist, waist to chest, chest to head), observing, hearing, grasping, pressing, and other repetitive actions.
• When in the plant, this position requires working with various temperature conditions, dirt/dust and noise. A variety of proper PPE is required to provide a safe working environment.
• Requires working and interacting with others in person and through phone, electronic, and written correspondence, as well as listening effectively, communicating, maintaining attention to detail, and performing focused work.
• This work is deadline-oriented, requires multitasking, fluctuating work schedules, and flexibility within the workday.
• Frequent use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary.
• Requires the ability for close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.

Compensation Classification:

FLSA Status: Salaried Exempt (subject to review based on actual job duties and compensation)

Job Summary:

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and supporting daily manufacturing operations by managing workflow, ensuring safety and quality compliance, training team members, and driving continuous improvement. This position requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively across departments to meet production goals.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities/ Essential Functions:

Leadership & Supervision:

• Supervise, coach, and mentor production Team members to ensure optimal team performance and accountability.
• Organize daily work assignments, monitor team progress, and ensure staffing levels meet operational needs.
• Conduct daily shift meetings to communicate production goals, quality standards, and safety expectations .
• Maintain open and effective communication across departments, including coordination between supply and customer lines.
• Identify training needs, drive efficiency and continuous improvement, assist with the development of training plans, and conduct on-the-job training as needed.

Production Oversight:

• Monitor production schedules and ensure timely completion of work orders while minimizing downtime.
• Troubleshoot production issues and coordinate with maintenance, quality, and engineering teams as needed.
• Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Flexes across lines to increase efficiency.

Safety & Compliance:

• Promote and enforce a culture of safety by ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and company safety policies.
• Conduct regular safety audits and participate in incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area following 5S and housekeeping standards.
• Perform Layered Process Audits (LPAs) and ensure compliance with company safety policies, PPE standards, and regulatory requirements.

Quality Assurance:

• Collaborate with Quality teams to ensure that all products meet internal and customer Quality standards.
• Lead containment and corrective actions when defects or non-conformities are identified.

Continuous Improvement:

• Support and implement Lean Manufacturing principles, Kaizen events, and process improvement initiatives.
• Identify and recommend improvements in productivity, quality, cost, and Team member engagement.

Administrative Duties:

• Complete accurate shift reports, performance metrics, and production documentation.
• Lead and participate in performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and hiring recommendations.
• Track attendance and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures .
• Safeguard confidential information and ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.

Skills & Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED required, Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment, including at least one year in a supervisory role.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing, safety compliance, and quality standards (e.g., ISO/TS/IATF).
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams using collaborative and performance-based methods.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with ERP or MES systems preferred.
• Understanding of production operations, manufacturing processes, and basic mechanical aptitude.
• Knowledge of safety regulations (OSHA), lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement practices.

Required Tools:

• Microsoft Office Suite

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged standing and some walking.
• Must be able to lift up to a minimum of 50 pounds occasionally.
• Use of functional Core Tools

Working Conditions/Environment:

• This position requires working with various temperature conditions.
• The following motions can be required during the day: Standing or sitting for extended periods of time, stepping up & down, balancing, bending (hip & knees), reaching, standing, walking, pulling, pushing, lifting (from floor to waist, waist to chest, chest to head), observing, hearing, grasping, pressing, and other repetitive actions.
• When in the plant, this position requires working with various temperature conditions, dirt/dust and noise. A variety of proper PPE is required to provide a safe working environment.
• Requires working and interacting with others in person and through phone, electronic, and written correspondence, as well as listening effectively, communicating, maintaining attention to detail, and performing focused work.
• This work is deadline-oriented, requires multitasking, fluctuating work schedules, and flexibility within the workday.
• Frequent use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary.
• Requires the ability for close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.

Compensation Classification:

FLSA Status: Salaried Exempt (subject to review based on actual job duties and compensation)

Monday - Thursday (5:00 pm - 3:30 am)
Friday if OT required