Job Description
We are seeking a dependable and experienced Production Supervisor to lead our 1st shift manufacturing team. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in an environment where independence, accountability, and sound decision-making are essential.
What You’ll Do
As a 1st Shift Production Supervisor, you will oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure quality products, efficient workflows, and on-time delivery while maintaining a strong culture of safety and accountability.
Responsibilities include:
- Lead and support a skilled production team with confidence and minimal supervision
- Make sound operational decisions independently while maintaining productivity and quality standards
- Communicate effectively with production employees, leadership, and cross-functional departments to keep workflow moving smoothly
- Maintain proper flow of parts and materials between work centers and departments
- Promote and enforce a safe working environment, including compliance with PPE and safety procedures
- Identify production issues quickly, troubleshoot problems, and implement effective solutions
- Escalate critical concerns appropriately while maintaining shift continuity and operational stability
- Train, mentor, and develop employees to build a reliable and accountable team
- Conduct employee evaluations and contribute to hiring, coaching, anddisciplinary actions
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
What We’re Looking For
- Previous leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment
- Strong independent decision-making and problem-solving abilities
- Dependable, self-motivated, and able to lead effectively with minimal support
- Strong communication and team leadership skills
- Commitment to workplace safety, quality, and operational excellence
- Ability to hold employees accountable while maintaining positive working relationships
Why Join Us?
- Leadership role with autonomy and responsibility
- Opportunity to make a direct impact on second shift operations
- Team-oriented manufacturing environment that values dependable leadership
- Stable company focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement
