Production Supervisor Night Shift

The Night Shift Assembly Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating daily assembly and production operations to ensure production schedules, quality standards, safety requirements, and customer commitments are achieved. This role directs production employees, assigns work based on production priorities and team capabilities, coordinates material and equipment needs, and monitors completed products for quality and accuracy.

QXO is a leading distributor and installer of building products serving an $800 billion market. The company’s mission is to modernize the building products industry through advanced technology and a best-in-class customer experience. QXO is North America’s largest distributor and installer of insulation, the second-largest distributor of roofing products, the second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials, and the largest distributor of waterproofing products. The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenue within the decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth. For more information, visit QXO.com.

Working closely with Production, Saw Operations, Yard, Dispatch, Maintenance, and other operational teams, the Assembly Supervisor ensures materials and resources are available to maintain efficient workflow while providing hands-on leadership, training, and support to employees. The ideal candidate is a safety-focused, results-oriented leader with strong problem-solving skills and experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Hours: 6:30 pm – 1:00/02:00/03:00 am - depending on production schedule

Assembly & Production Operations

• Lead and coordinate daily assembly and production activities to meet established schedules and customer requirements
• Assign employees to workstations and production tasks based on workload, production priorities, and individual capabilities
• Review work orders and production instructions to ensure jobs are completed accurately and efficiently
• Verify required components have been cut and are available before work is released to assembly tables
• Monitor production workflow and proactively address missing materials, components, or other issues that could delay production
• Coordinate with Saw Operations regarding missing or additional wood components required for assembly
• Request production supplies and materials as needed to maintain workflow
• Monitor production performance and adjust labor or priorities as operational needs change
• Ensure completed work is properly prepared for staging, stacking, and dispatch

Truss Assembly & Material Coordination

• Oversee the assembly of trusses and related structural building components according to production drawings and work orders
• Coordinate forklift operators supporting assembly operations
• Coordinate employees responsible for plate picking and other material preparation activities
• Verify required lumber, plates, and components are available before assembly begins
• Respond to production employee requests related to missing materials, work orders, equipment, or production requirements
• Coordinate with Stackers to ensure finished products are complete, properly organized, and meet quality expectations
• Communicate with Dispatch regarding missing or incomplete trusses and finished work orders

Quality Control

• Inspect completed assemblies to verify compliance with production drawings, specifications, and company quality standards
• Ensure production employees follow established assembly and quality-control procedures
• Identify defects, incomplete work, or production discrepancies and coordinate corrective action
• Monitor finished products for quality and completeness before they are released for staging or shipment
• Promote accuracy throughout the production process to minimize scrap, rework, and customer issues

Team Leadership & Employee Development

• Provide day-to-day leadership, direction, coaching, and support to assembly employees
• Motivate employees to achieve established production, quality, safety, and delivery goals
• Train new employees on job responsibilities, production procedures, machinery, equipment, and safe work practices
• Monitor employee performance and provide feedback and coaching as appropriate
• Track employee working hours, attendance, punctuality, and absenteeism according to company procedures
• Promote teamwork, accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement throughout the department
• Escalate employee or operational concerns to management as appropriate

Equipment & Work Area Management

• Monitor production machinery and equipment for proper operation
• Identify and report damaged, malfunctioning, or unsafe machinery and equipment
• Coordinate with Maintenance or management regarding equipment repair needs
• Ensure workstations and production areas remain clean, organized, and free of unnecessary hazards
• Coordinate workstation cleanup throughout the shift and at the completion of production activities
• Support efficient utilization of production equipment and resources

Safety & Compliance

• Promote and maintain a safety-first culture throughout assembly operations
• Ensure employees follow company safety policies, procedures, and established safe work practices
• Verify employees consistently wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and other applicable protective equipment
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, equipment concerns, accidents, injuries, and near misses
• Reinforce proper equipment operation and material-handling practices
• Participate in required safety meetings, training, and continuous safety improvement initiatives

Operational Excellence

• Communicate effectively with Production, Dispatch, Yard, Maintenance, and Operations regarding production status and priorities
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow, productivity, quality, and operational efficiency
• Support continuous improvement activities throughout the production operation
• Maintain accurate production, attendance, and operational documentation as required
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

• Strong leadership and team-management skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Ability to effectively assign work and balance production workloads
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to read and follow production work orders and instructions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively across multiple production and operational departments
• Strong commitment to workplace safety
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous supervisory, lead, or team leadership experience in manufacturing, production, assembly, or related operations preferred
• Experience in truss manufacturing, building components, lumber, wood products, or construction materials preferred
• Knowledge of truss assembly processes, production workflow, and material handling is a plus
• Experience coordinating forklifts, material preparation, saw operations, or finished-product staging preferred
• Experience training and developing production employees
• Basic computer and production reporting skills preferred
• Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing and production environment
• Frequent exposure to production machinery, forklifts, lumber, saw operations, noise, dust, and varying temperatures
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, climb, and perform physical production activities as required
• Ability to lift and move heavy materials using appropriate lifting techniques, team assistance, or mechanical equipment
• Ability to safely navigate active manufacturing and material-handling areas
• Required PPE must be worn according to company and facility requirements
• Ability to work assigned day, evening, or night shifts based on operational needs
• Overtime and occasional weekend work may be required based on production schedules

• • Health Care Benefits
  • 401(k) with employer match 
  • Paid Time off

  Benefits for union‑represented roles are determined by the applicable collective bargaining agreement and may differ from standard company benefits.

  QXO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate  on the basis of race, color, religion,  gender or sexual orientation , national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.