2nd Shift Production Supervisor: Lead, Lean & Quality

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortune Brands Innovations is seeking a Production Supervisor (2nd Shift) to lead daily operations, mentor staff, and uphold safety, quality, and customer service. The role focuses on driving efficiency and supporting new product launches in a fast-paced environment.

The position oversees 30-70 associates, emphasizes lean practices and cost reductions, and requires a hands-on leader with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or 3-5 years equivalent experience.
• Hands-on leadership with sense of urgency.
• Excellent coaching and teambuilding skills.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience implementing lean initiatives and cost reduction skills.
• Experience with E21 or similar ERP system preferred.
• Understanding of the daily scheduling process preferred.
• Strong ability to drive change.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily activities of approximately 30-70 associates, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
• Lead and mentor associates, promoting teamwork and growth in a dynamic environment.
• Champion safety and environmental initiatives to promote a secure workplace.
• Maintain a strong emphasis on quality and customer service excellence.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the team.
• Act as a liaison between departments to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.
• Assist in the successful launch of new products.
• Manage resources effectively to achieve departmental goals.
• Enforce company policies and procedures consistently.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching/Teambuilding

Problem-solving

Self-motivated

Communication

Lean initiatives

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

E21 ERP

ERP systems

Job description

Fortune Brands Innovations is seeking a Production Supervisor (2nd Shift) to lead daily operations, mentor staff, and uphold safety, quality, and customer service. The role focuses on driving efficiency and supporting new product launches in a fast-paced environment.

The position oversees 30-70 associates, emphasizes lean practices and cost reductions, and requires a hands-on leader with strong communication skills.