2nd Shift Production Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

The 2nd Shift Production Supervisor is responsible for leading the day and afternoon production teams at our Rockford, IL facility. This position oversees plating / coating line operations, quality, safety, and personnel during assigned shift hours, ensuring the facility meets daily production schedules, customer specifications, and operational targets. The Supervisor is the senior on-site leader during shift hours and is accountable for the safe, efficient, and quality-driven execution of all plating, finishing, and packaging activities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Production & Operations

• Direct daily plating / coating line operations to meet production schedules, throughput targets, and on-time shipping commitments.
• Monitor line speeds, bath chemistry checks, rack/barrel loading, and process parameters to ensure consistent product quality.
• Coordinate with the prior shift on hand-off issues, in-process work, and open priorities; provide a clean hand-off to 1st shift.
• Ensure equipment is operating within specification; coordinate with maintenance on breakdowns, PMs, and corrective work.
• Complete and submit accurate End-of-Shift (EOS) reports covering production output, downtime, scrap, and shift issues.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Enforce all EHS policies, PPE requirements, lockout/tagout procedures, and chemical handling protocols across the shift.
• Lead by example on safe behaviors; conduct shift safety talks and immediately address unsafe acts or conditions.
• Ensure plated parts meet customer specifications, internal quality standards, and applicable industry requirements (ISO 9001, AS9100 as applicable).
• Verify in-process inspections, thickness checks, and adherence to control plans are being completed and documented.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action on quality issues, customer concerns, and internal nonconformances.

People Leadership

• Supervise, coach, and develop 3rd shift production operators, line leads, and support personnel.
• Manage timekeeping, attendance, breaks, and overtime within budget and policy guidelines.
• Train new operators using a structured, hands-on approach (Watch It, Involve Me, Now You Try, Show Me You Know); verify competency before sign-off.
• Conduct shift start-up meetings to communicate priorities, safety items, quality concerns, and customer expectations.
• Hold team members accountable to performance, attendance, and conduct standards; escalate HR matters appropriately.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive shift performance against Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost metrics and visual board updates.
• Identify and implement improvements to reduce downtime, scrap, rework, and chemical/utility consumption.
• Participate in 5S, standard work, and problem-solving activities; sustain visual controls on the floor.
• Support cross-shift consistency by following and reinforcing Leader Standard Work (LSW) routines.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a technical or operations discipline preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Proven ability to lead production teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong working knowledge of safety standards, lockout/tagout, and chemical handling requirements.
• Solid computer skills — Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word), Enterprise Resource Planning/Manufacturing Execution Systems (ERP/MES), and shift reporting tools.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to coach, give feedback, and resolve conflict on the floor.
• Availability to work 1st or 2nd shift hours, weekends, and overtime as production demands require.

Preferred

• Direct experience in metal finishing / coatings, electroplating, zinc/zinc-nickel, phosphate, or e-coat operations.
• Familiarity with automotive quality systems (IATF 16949), PPAP, control plans, and customer-specific requirements.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing tools: 5S, standard work, kaizen, A3 problem solving.
• Bilingual (English / Spanish) a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Manufacturing plant environment with exposure to chemicals, heat, humidity, noise, and moving equipment; PPE required.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for the majority of the shift.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs occasionally and perform repetitive motion tasks as needed.
• Required to climb stairs, platforms, and access elevated work areas in and around plating / coating lines.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive salary with shift premium for 3rd shift.
• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k).
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Stable, growing operation with long-tenured leadership and a strong customer base.
• Opportunity to lead and develop a team in a critical role supporting major automotive and industrial customers.

OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW
VanSpeag Group LLC (VSG) is conducting a confidential search on behalf of n independent, medium-sized automotive supplier and specialist in mechatronic systems, tracing its origins to the "Electronic Interfaces" product division in Michigan market. This is a critical leadership role responsible for building and sustaining a high-performance quality culture across a fast-paced, precision-driven manufacturing environment.
Due to the confidential nature of this search, the client name will be disclosed only to qualified candidates who advance in the selection process.

Company Description

OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW\r\nVanSpeag Group LLC (VSG) is conducting a confidential search on behalf of n independent, medium-sized automotive supplier and specialist in mechatronic systems, tracing its origins to the "Electronic Interfaces" product division in Michigan market. This is a critical leadership role responsible for building and sustaining a high-performance quality culture across a fast-paced, precision-driven manufacturing environment.\r\nDue to the confidential nature of this search, the client name will be disclosed only to qualified candidates who advance in the selection process.