Lead Production Supervisor – Third Shift

Red Seal Recruiting; Sandston (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Seal Recruiting in Sandston, VA is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead third‑shift operations. You will guide hourly staff, ensure safety, quality, and continuous improvement, and coordinate with maintenance and other teams to meet production targets.

This role focuses on developing employees, communicating priorities, and monitoring performance metrics while maintaining a compliant and efficient manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least three years of relevant work experience.
• Experience supervising hourly employees.
• Experience in manufacturing operations and production equipment.
• Familiarity with quality management systems, food safety practices, Lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ERP, document management, or scheduling systems helpful.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to track operational information.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and motivate hourly employees to achieve production goals.
• Communicate production priorities, quality standards, safety requirements, and performance expectations.
• Monitor production output for compliance with specifications, prepare performance reports, and recommend improvements.
• Coordinate staffing, work assignments, and schedules to meet production requirements.
• Address workflow interruptions and coordinate timely solutions with supporting departments.
• Lead team meetings that encourage communication, accountability, and collaboration.
• Promote safe equipment operation and coordinate with maintenance personnel on routine service needs.
• Train employees on machinery, operating procedures, and standard work practices.
• Apply continuous improvement methods to strengthen productivity, quality, and efficiency.
• Provide regular feedback, performance coaching, and employee development.

Skills

Manufacturing operations

Supervising hourly employees

Leadership & communication

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma principles

Microsoft Office

ERP / production systems

Scheduling systems

Detail orientation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

ERP systems

Document management systems

Workforce scheduling systems

Job description

Red Seal Recruiting in Sandston, VA is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead third‑shift operations. You will guide hourly staff, ensure safety, quality, and continuous improvement, and coordinate with maintenance and other teams to meet production targets.

This role focuses on developing employees, communicating priorities, and monitoring performance metrics while maintaining a compliant and efficient manufacturing environment.