Night Shift Warehouse Supervisor

Company: Fabuwood Cabinetry Corp.
Location: Newark, NJ
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 5:00 PM–3:00 AM

Position Overview

Fabuwood Cabinetry Corp., a leading cabinet manufacturing company, is seeking a hands-on and dependable Night Shift Warehouse Supervisor to oversee manufacturing operations during the overnight shift.

This position is responsible for leading production employees, maintaining workflow, meeting production goals, and ensuring all work is completed safely and according to Fabuwood’s quality standards. The ideal candidate is a visible floor leader who communicates effectively, responds quickly to production challenges, and takes ownership of the shift’s overall performance.

Key Responsibilities

Production Leadership

• Lead and supervise production employees throughout the night shift.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings to review safety expectations, production priorities, staffing assignments, and potential concerns.
• Assign employees to workstations based on production needs, experience, and workload.
• Monitor workflow and production progress to ensure daily goals are achieved.
• Maintain an active presence on the production floor and understand what each team and workstation is working on.
• Address production delays, material shortages, staffing concerns, and equipment issues promptly.
• Ensure a clear and accurate handoff to the incoming shift.

Team Management

• Motivate employees and maintain accountability for performance, attendance, safety, and workplace conduct.
• Train and coach employees on proper procedures, quality expectations, and safe work practices.
• Provide ongoing feedback and assist employees in improving their performance.
• Work closely with team leads and other supervisors to maintain consistent operations.
• Escalate employee relations or disciplinary concerns to management and Human Resources when necessary.

Safety and Quality

• Enforce all company safety policies and immediately address unsafe conditions or behaviors.
• Ensure employees use the required personal protective equipment.
• Monitor product quality and confirm that finished products meet company specifications.
• Investigate quality concerns and work with the appropriate departments to prevent recurring issues.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas.

Equipment and Operational Support

• Monitor equipment performance and report breakdowns or maintenance needs promptly.
• Coordinate with Maintenance to minimize downtime and restore production.
• Confirm that employees are following approved operating procedures.
• Track production results, downtime, labor needs, and any issues affecting the shift.
• Complete required reports and communicate important updates to management.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or team-lead experience in manufacturing, production, warehousing, woodworking, cabinetry, or a related environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage employees and maintain productivity in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable addressing performance, attendance, quality, and safety concerns.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and make sound decisions with limited supervision.
• Basic computer skills and experience completing production reports.
• Cabinet manufacturing or woodworking experience is preferred but not required.
• Bilingual English and Spanish is preferred.
• Must be available to work Monday–Thursday from 5:00 PM–3:00 AM and additional hours when business needs require.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk throughout the majority of the shift.
• Ability to work in an active manufacturing environment.
• Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, and lift materials as required.
• Ability to wear the required personal protective equipment.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Health insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Company-matching 401(k)
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

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