Graveyard Manufacturing Shift Manager

Job Description Job Description Manufacturing Shift Manager – 3rd Shift Location: San Jose, Ca Shift: 3rd Shift (11:00 PM – 7:30 AM) Pay Range: $90,000 – $105,000 / year (Bonus Eligible) Job Type: Full-Time Language Preferred: Bilingual English / Spanish About the Role Are you an experienced manufacturing leader with expertise in rubber processing? We are seeking a results-driven 3rd Shift Manufacturing Shift Manager to oversee our nighttime plant operations from 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM. In this role, you will lead a high-performing, multilingual team, maintain high safety standards, and optimize our end-to-end production cycle. If you have strong hands-on experience in rubber manufacturing, a passion for process improvement, and excellent bilingual communication skills, we want to hear from you! What We Offer Competitive Pay: $90,000 – $105,000 per year (commensurate with experience) Bonus Potential: Eligible for annual performance incentive bonuses Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Financial Security: 401(k) company-sponsored retirement plan and Life Insurance Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Career Growth: Professional development and learning opportunities Key Responsibilities Production & Operations Leadership: Supervise 3rd-shift operations to ensure high efficiency, minimal downtime, and on-time delivery across all processing stages (mixing, extrusion, molding, curing, and finishing). Team & Safety Management: Mentor and direct supervisors, technicians, and operators. Strictly enforce HSE regulations, OSHA guidelines, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols while conducting thorough incident investigations. Bilingual Communication: Lead, instruct, and align team members in both English and Spanish to ensure smooth shift operations. Continuous Improvement & Quality: Partner with QA and R&D to drive process improvements, support new product launches, and uphold quality standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100). Cross-Department Collaboration: Work with Maintenance on preventive machinery care and align with Supply Chain on material needs, inventory, and capacity planning. Cost & Tech Oversight: Manage shift budgets, execute cost-saving initiatives, and assess modern technology upgrades. Qualifications & Experience Requirements: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Rubber Technology, or a related technical field. Experience: 5+ years of hands-on rubber manufacturing experience with proven supervisory/managerial leadership. Technical Skills: Solid knowledge of rubber compounding, curing, and molding processes (compression, injection, transfer). Language: Fully bilingual in English and Spanish (written and verbal communication). Quality Systems & Tech: Familiarity with ISO 9001/IATF 16949/AS9100 standards and proficiency in production planning software / MS Office. Preferred Skills: Prior background in automotive, aerospace, industrial, or specialty rubber manufacturing. Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certifications. Hands-on experience with manufacturing ERP systems (e.g., SYSPRO, Oracle). Work Environment & Schedule Shift Hours: 3rd Shift (11:00 PM – 7:30 AM). Note: No shift differential applies. Environment: Standard manufacturing plant environment with exposure to heavy machinery, heat, noise, and raw rubber materials. Flexibility: Occasional extended hours or weekend shifts may be required during peak production cycles.