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Production Supervisor - Manufacturing Leadership (1st, 2nd, & 3rd Shifts Available)

Talentry

Waterloo, IA 50701 • $75,000 to $85,000 / yr • 9/15/2026

Job Description

Job Description

Production Supervisor – Manufacturing Leadership (1st, 2nd, & 3rd Shifts Available)

Location: Cedar Valley / Northeast Iowa Area

Compensation: $75,000 – $85,000 Base + Comprehensive Benefits

Are you an operational frontrunner who thrives on the plant floor rather than behind a desk? A premier regional manufacturer is actively expanding its leadership bench. We are seeking dynamic, hands-on leaders to drive shift performance, mentor production crews, and champion workplace safety.

Multiple opportunities are open across all three shifts:

  • 1st Shift: Morning Schedule
  • 2nd Shift: Afternoon / Evening Schedule
  • 3rd Shift: Overnight Schedule

Core Responsibilities

  • Floor Leadership: Lead daily shift execution, balance line staffing, and actively engage alongside the crew (approx. 50% hands-on involvement) to ensure output targets are achieved.
  • Team Development: Onboard, train, and mentor operators; cultivate cross-training, set clear performance metrics, and foster open communication.
  • Operational Excellence: Oversee process flow, pinpoint operational bottlenecks, monitor equipment reliability, and drive continuous efficiency improvements.
  • Safety & Quality Standards: Enforce rigorous OSHA standards, conduct proactive hazard audits, and serve as the frontline quality gatekeeper for all finished goods.

Requirements

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • 3+ years of progressive supervisory or team-lead experience in an industrial manufacturing setting.
  • Proven track record in shift planning, root-cause troubleshooting, and workflow optimization.
  • Uncompromising commitment to proactive safety protocols and stringent quality controls.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and standard computer proficiency.

Benefits
Excellent Salary and Benefits