2nd Shift Production Supervisor — Lead & Improve Output

Jobot; Athol (MA); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 80,231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HRA

Life insurance

Long-term disability

FSA

Dependent Care Accounts

EAP

Development opportunities

Stable manufacturing environment

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor to oversee second-shift operations in Athol, MA. You will supervise daily production activities, coach employees, manage staffing, and ensure safety, quality, and efficiency goals are met on a fast-paced line.

The role requires supervisory experience in manufacturing, strong leadership, and the ability to manage staffing and production schedules. Second shift runs 3:00PM–11:00PM on-site with shift differential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, Shift Supervisor, Production Lead, Team Leader, or similar title.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Demonstrated experience leading employees in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong understanding of production processes, quality control, and workplace safety.
• Experience managing staffing, employee performance, and daily production schedules.
• Ability to troubleshoot production challenges and make sound operational decisions.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Comfortable working directly on the production floor in a hands-on supervisory capacity.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office, email, and production reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals.
• Lead, coach, and develop production employees while maintaining accountability and performance standards.
• Manage shift staffing, employee assignments, attendance, and scheduling requirements.
• Oversee production equipment, materials, and workflow to maximize operational efficiency.
• Coordinate shift changeovers and communicate production updates between shifts.
• Monitor production output, quality standards, downtime, and overall shift performance.
• Identify and resolve production challenges, equipment concerns, and quality issues.
• Partner with maintenance, quality, and plant leadership to address operational needs.
• Conduct first-piece inspections and assist with production setups when necessary.
• Track and report daily production metrics and performance results.
• Review employee timecards and maintain accurate attendance records.
• Identify employee training opportunities and support ongoing development.
• Enforce company safety policies, procedures, and workplace standards.
• Lead safety meetings and promote a proactive, safety-focused work environment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Communication

Problem solving

Team development

Safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Production reporting systems

Job description

Jobot is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor to oversee second-shift operations in Athol, MA. You will supervise daily production activities, coach employees, manage staffing, and ensure safety, quality, and efficiency goals are met on a fast-paced line.

The role requires supervisory experience in manufacturing, strong leadership, and the ability to manage staffing and production schedules. Second shift runs 3:00PM–11:00PM on-site with shift differential.