Evening Shift Unit Manager

PACCAR Inc; Denton, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and 401(k)

Fully funded pension plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental and vision

FSA/HSA

Disability insurance

Wellness programs

Diversity and inclusion programs

Job summary

PACCAR is seeking an Evening Shift Unit Manager to lead a production team and drive PPS-based improvements. You will oversee safety, quality, and delivery targets, and coordinate resources across shifts to sustain schedules.

This role requires strong leadership and hands-on problem solving in a manufacturing setting. Qualified candidates have a technical or business degree, 1–3+ years in operations, and experience with Lean principles and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; Lean manufacturing knowledge valued.
• Experience in manufacturing/operations environment recommended.
• Strong problem solving and root cause analysis skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead production team to meet safety, quality, and delivery goals.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement improvements using PPS and Lean methods.
• Coach team on process standardization and continuous improvement.
• Manage time and attendance for hourly staff and enforce policies.
• Support training and development of team members and supervisors.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Team leadership

Root cause analysis

Project management

MS Office

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in technical or business field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Evening Shift Unit Manager

Date: Sep 16, 2026

Company: PACCAR

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines andalso provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services — you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!

Requisition Summary

Leads team members to identify, manage, and execute the plants process improvement opportunities. Manages production employees to attain production and quality goals. Identifies problems or bottlenecks in production processes and resolves issues. Ensures production resources including materials, equipment and human resources are available as needed to maintain production schedules. Drives continuous improvement goals in safety, quality, delivery, cost, morale and environment. Responsible for managing and owning department functions of the business and creating an engaged, team-oriented work force in order to improve business results.

Job Responsibilities

Acts as a primary resource to production team to help drive PACCAR Production System (PPS) and meet goals in the areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Morale, and Environment

• Manages production and maintenance activities to meet plant goals efficiently and effectively – accountable for line performance
• Leads and engages team members to improve systems, processes and procedures
• Leads by example and demonstrates PACCAR values
• Maintains team’s adherence to plant rules, policies, and procedures
• Coaches team in personal accountability, giving and receiving feedback, root cause analysis, problem solving, decision making, and interpersonal communications
• Troubleshoots problems and implements corrective actions through root cause analysis
• Seeks and provides resources for team and provides necessary training that will assist the team in reaching its goals
• Conducts frequent Safety coaching with team and leads implementation of safe work practices
• Leads and/or actively participates in Focused Improvement Teams to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost
• Accurately manage time and attendance for hourly employees daily through established time keeping system and takes immediate action to resolve issues as they arise
• Responsible to respond to or resolve all employee issues in their area of responsibility
• Responsible for enforcing work rules and assessing with corrective action when warranted
• Ensure all newly hired employees receive training
• Leads team in tracking and understanding performance metrics and creating action plans to address performance gaps.
• Actively reinforces key PPS concepts every day through coaching and auditing of team members, Standard Work and ensuring effective pre-shift meetings.
• Provides frequent informal and periodic formal job performance feedback to team.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business related field highly preferred

• 1-3+ years’ experience in a manufacturing/operations environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Demonstrate ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, identify and address problems, and meet deadlines
• Team leadership skills
• 1-3+ years’ experience leading high performance work teams a plus
• Ability to perform formal root cause analysis to identify and resolve operational issues
• Strong leadership; organizational and planning abilities; and excellent analytical and problem solving skills are essential
• Excellent written, verbal and group or individual presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Additional Job Board Information

• Competitive salary and 401(k) with a 5% company match
• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
• Comprehensive paid time off - minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays and sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Medical, dental and vision insurance plans for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health saving account (HSA)
• Paid short-and-long-term disability program
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Global fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. Peterbilt promotes Diversity and Inclusion through mentorship, events, and affinity support groups – The Diversity Council, Peterbilt Women’s Initiative (PBWin), Veterans Group, and ADVOCATE (An LGBTQ support group).

Must be able to work any shift.

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