2nd Shift Production Lead — Lean Improvement & Safety

KIK Consumer Products; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Education Assistance

Job summary

KIK Consumer Products in Salem, VA is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead the daily filling line operations, coach 2nd Shift Leads and about 25 workers, and drive safety, quality, and efficiency improvements. You will monitor metrics, coordinate cross-functional priorities, and manage staffing to meet production targets.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, continuous improvement, and strong adherence to GMP and safety standards in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory role strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams in a fast-paced production environment with a strong focus on safety, quality, and performance metrics.
• Strong working knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS), including documentation control, deviation management, corrective actions, and audit readiness.
• Proven ability to coach, develop, and hold teams accountable while fostering a positive, high-performing culture.
• Strong working knowledge of GMP, safety programs, and 6S/lean workplace standards; experience conducting safety training and tracking compliance.
• Results-driven mindset with a track record of improving efficiency, reducing downtime, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Effective conflict management skills and the ability to lead through change in a dynamic manufacturing setting.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and build partnerships across departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production reporting systems.
• Experience with high-speed automated production equipment; bottle filling machinery experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily filling line operations to achieve production schedules while meeting safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives
• Supervise, coach, and develop 2nd Shift Leads and approximately 25 production employees: drive accountability, engagement, and performance
• Monitor key production metrics including output, yields, downtime, waste, and labor efficiency; implement corrective actions to improve results
• Ensure strict adherence to all safety policies, GMP standards, sanitation requirements, and regulatory compliance expectations
• Conduct shift kick-off meetings and lead cross-functional communication to align priorities across Production, QA, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and HR
• Optimize staffing and manpower utilization based on production demand, attendance, and schedule priorities
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing downtime, improving reliability, and lowering operational costs using Lean or similar methodologies
• Maintain inspection-ready conditions at all times, ensuring housekeeping, documentation, and quality standards are consistently met
• Oversee production documentation including work orders, labor reporting, timecards, quality checks, and daily performance tracking
• Support employee development and performance management activities, including training, safety programs, and corrective action in alignment with company policy

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Supervisory experience

Lean/6S

QMS knowledge

GMP knowledge

Strong communication

Microsoft Office

Production reporting systems

Bottle filling machinery

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

KIK Consumer Products in Salem, VA is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead the daily filling line operations, coach 2nd Shift Leads and about 25 workers, and drive safety, quality, and efficiency improvements. You will monitor metrics, coordinate cross-functional priorities, and manage staffing to meet production targets.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, continuous improvement, and strong adherence to GMP and safety standards in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.