2nd Shift Production Leader - Lean & People Development

Dover Corporation; Elon (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Corporation's OPW Propane Energy Solutions in Elon, NC is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift (Mon-Thu 2:30pm–1:00am). This hands-on leadership role drives safety, quality, delivery, and productivity, while developing a diverse team and promoting a culture of respect and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include directing daily production activities, coaching and developing staff, coordinating with engineering and maintenance, and leading Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business, Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Five (5) or more years of experience in production, with at least 1-2 years in leading a team within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ATM, Shop Floor Plus, AS400, or Infor XA systems.
• Lean Six Sigma certification or demonstrated experience leading continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing or industrial production environment.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, including responsibility for employee supervision, scheduling, safety, performance management, and operational execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop production employees and team leads to achieve operational goals while fostering a culture of safety, respect, inclusion, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Create an engaging work environment where employees from diverse backgrounds feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their ideas and talents.
• Build strong relationships with team members through regular communication, feedback, recognition, and performance coaching.
• Promote a positive employee experience by addressing concerns proactively, resolving conflicts effectively, and encouraging collaboration across teams.
• Support talent development through training, cross‑training, skills advancement, succession planning, and continuous feedback.
• Direct and coordinate daily production activities, including reviewing work orders, scheduling resources, establishing priorities, and ensuring production goals are achieved.
• Monitor production performance and resource utilization to ensure safe, efficient, and cost‑effective operations.
• Conduct regular floor audits and Gemba walks to assess safety, quality, productivity, and process adherence while identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, and other departments to resolve challenges and improve performance.
• Facilitate timely processing and shipment of customer orders while maintaining quality and delivery standards.Champion Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen principles to improve safety, quality, productivity, and employee engagement.
• Encourage employee participation in continuous improvement efforts and foster a culture where ideas for improvement are welcomed and acted upon.
• Analyze operational metrics and trends to identify root causes, eliminate waste, improve workflows, and drive sustainable process improvements.
• Lead and support improvement projects that enhance operational efficiency, product quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain employee attendance, payroll, production, and performance records accurately and timely.
• Utilize systems such as ATM, Shop Floor Plus, AS400, Infor XA, Excel, and Word to monitor production activities and report results.
• Maintain and communicate performance metrics through visual management tools, communication boards, and team meetings.
• Participate in SQDIP, safety, and operational meetings, providing updates, recommendations, and leadership support.
• Support hiring, performance evaluations, promotions, disciplinary actions, and employee recognition initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Lean Six Sigma

Problem solving

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ATM

Shop Floor Plus

AS400

Infor XA

Job description

Dover Corporation's OPW Propane Energy Solutions in Elon, NC is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift (Mon-Thu 2:30pm–1:00am). This hands-on leadership role drives safety, quality, delivery, and productivity, while developing a diverse team and promoting a culture of respect and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include directing daily production activities, coaching and developing staff, coordinating with engineering and maintenance, and leading Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma