3rd-Shift Production Leader: Lean & Safety Focus

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) plan with company matching 100%

Defined-contribution retirement plan (

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation in Woburn, MA is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead the 3rd shift and drive safety, quality, cost, delivery, and morale improvements across the production area.

You will coach and develop team members, champion Parker Lean System, and partner cross-functionally to align with the corporate WIN strategy.

This role focuses on hands-on leadership, standardized work, and continuous improvement to meet production targets while maintaining a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• US citizenship or permanent residency is required.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 2–4+ years of manufacturing experience with progressive responsibility and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Directly oversees up to 50 team members, including team leads and hourly associates.
• Lead continuous improvement by promoting Parker Lean System principles and reducing waste.
• Ensure 3rd-shift execution and effective handoffs by coordinating with other shifts and leadership.
• Promote safety policy compliance and conduct safety investigations and audits.
• Ensure quality through root-cause analysis and reduction of scrap/rework.
• Support supply chain by minimizing excess inventory and ensuring production stock.
• Direct staffing to meet productivity targets and develop standardized work instructions.
• Foster a positive workplace culture through engagement, training, and empowerment.
• Conduct performance appraisals and disciplinary actions per policy.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Continuous improvement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or bachelor's degree in business or engineering

Job description

Parker Hannifin Corporation in Woburn, MA is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead the 3rd shift and drive safety, quality, cost, delivery, and morale improvements across the production area.

You will coach and develop team members, champion Parker Lean System, and partner cross-functionally to align with the corporate WIN strategy.

This role focuses on hands-on leadership, standardized work, and continuous improvement to meet production targets while maintaining a safe work environment.