Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor

Trillium Staffing is now seeking a Production Supervisor for a direct-hire, night shift position in Wheeling, IL!

Schedule is 5:30 PM to 5:00 AM (Monday – Thursday). Annual salary is $90,000 – $101,000+ (Based on experience).

The Production Supervisor directs manufacturing team members to ensure safety, efficiency, and quality targets are met. This role involves active coaching, real-time problem-solving, and managing the progression of production across the facility. The Production Supervisor is required to be onsite to support business operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee shift production processes to optimize efficiency, quality, delivery, WIP (work in process), and labor metrics.
• Coordinate daily with cross-functional leadership, including Production, Scheduling, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality Control, and Tooling/Materials teams.
• Support and drive Lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives across production areas.
• Monitor equipment, staffing, and targets to maintain high quality and minimize operational downtime.
• Evaluate daily metrics, address process complexities directly, and escalate critical issues to upper management or HR as needed.
• Ensure strict adherence to company safety, compliance, and operational policies.
• Coach, mentor, and train employees, managing performance evaluations and goal setting.
• Manage shift schedules and adapt staffing to meet fluctuating operational demands.
• Resolve low-level workplace conflicts and foster professional team communication.
• Maintain flexibility for weekend work or coverage on alternate shifts as required.

Requirements:

• Experience: 5–10 years in a high-precision manufacturing environment (Medical Device, Aerospace/Defense, Automotive, or Precision Instrument Manufacturing preferred).
• Technical Background: Previous exposure to Swiss machining, CNC machining, and/or complex assembly is a plus.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Skills: Strong understanding of manufacturing KPIs (Safety, Quality, Efficiency, Delivery); proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Leadership: Proven ability to coach teams, handle complex problem-solving, and manage multi-faceted production workflows.
• Flexibility: Must be willing to cover other shifts if coverage is needed.

Trillium Staffing has been recruiting and hiring CNC talent for over 30 years. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.