Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Production Supervisor – 3rd Shift

Location: On-site, Simi Valley, CA

Schedule: 6:00 PM to 2:00 AM

A rapidly growing manufacturer in the food packaging supply chain is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee third shift operations at its expanding Southern California facility. This organization is investing heavily in new production capacity and operational improvements, creating an opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing leader to play a key role in stabilizing and scaling operations.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast paced manufacturing environments and enjoys leading teams, troubleshooting production challenges, and driving operational performance during overnight operations. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to influence production efficiency, support the launch of additional manufacturing lines, and help strengthen operational systems as the company continues its expansion.

This Role Offers

• Competitive compensation aligned with experience.
• Opportunity to join a privately held manufacturing company experiencing significant growth.
• Direct impact on plant operations and production stability.
• Leadership visibility and the ability to influence operational improvements.
• Career growth potential as the organization continues expanding its manufacturing footprint.

Focus

• Lead and coordinate nightly production activities to ensure schedule attainment, product quality, and operational safety.
• Oversee shift personnel assignments and staffing to maintain efficient production flow.
• Monitor production performance, identify issues quickly, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and processing challenges to maintain consistent output.
• Collaborate with plant leadership on production priorities, operational issues, and process improvements.
• Inspect materials and finished products to ensure they meet required specifications and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate shift reports and production documentation.
• Promote and enforce workplace safety, quality procedures, and facility standards.
• Support training and development of operators and production staff.
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and operational readiness across the manufacturing floor.

Skill Set

• 3 or more years of experience in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.
• Previous leadership or shift supervision experience in a production setting strongly preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical or production line issues in real time.
• Experience working in fast paced manufacturing operations.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with diverse teams.
• Basic computer skills and ability to complete production documentation.
• Ability to perform basic measurements and interpret production specifications.
• Forklift certification or prior experience is beneficial.
• Bilingual English and Spanish skills are highly desirable.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Relevant technical training or additional manufacturing experience is a plus.