2nd Shift Production Lead — Safety & Quality

Scotts-Miracle--gro-08925e9; Independence (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Scotts Miracle-Gro in Independence, OR is seeking a Production Foreman for the 2nd shift to lead a manufacturing and warehouse team.

You will plan, supervise, and coordinate production activities, ensure safety and quality standards, and drive continuous improvement across processes and equipment performance.

The role requires hands-on leadership of five or more staff, including temporary workers, with focus on efficiency, cost control, and adherence to policies on shift production summaries.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of supervisory experience in manufacturing or warehouse.
• Experience managing processes and process improvement.
• English literacy; Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production staff by setting expectations, coaching, and enforcing policies.
• Monitor workflow, equipment, and resources to ensure efficiency and cost reductions.
• Schedule and assign personnel, prioritize work, and report on shift results.
• Maintain quality service by upholding organization standards.
• Ensure equipment is serviced and updated as needed.
• Promote safe, clean work environments and training on controls.
• Keep current with best practices through networking and benchmarking.
• Contribute to team efforts and related tasks as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Process improvement

People management

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Scotts Miracle-Gro in Independence, OR is seeking a Production Foreman for the 2nd shift to lead a manufacturing and warehouse team.

You will plan, supervise, and coordinate production activities, ensure safety and quality standards, and drive continuous improvement across processes and equipment performance.

The role requires hands-on leadership of five or more staff, including temporary workers, with focus on efficiency, cost control, and adherence to policies on shift production summaries.