Lead Production Supervisor - Third Shift

Rare Bird Recruiting, LLC; Sandston (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Rare Bird Recruiting, LLC is seeking a Production Supervisor for the third shift in Sandston, VA. This role leads daily manufacturing operations, trains hourly staff, and focuses on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

The supervisor will coordinate staffing, resolve production issues, and monitor performance metrics, while fostering teamwork and adherence to standards on the floor. This full-time position requires a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years of experience, and openness to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least three years of relevant work experience.
• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business administration, or a related field.
• Five to seven years of relevant experience.
• Experience in food, beverage, or a comparable manufacturing environment.

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

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Quality systems familiarity

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma principles

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Rare Bird Recruiting, LLC is seeking a Production Supervisor for the third shift in Sandston, VA. This role leads daily manufacturing operations, trains hourly staff, and focuses on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

The supervisor will coordinate staffing, resolve production issues, and monitor performance metrics, while fostering teamwork and adherence to standards on the floor. This full-time position requires a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years of experience, and openness to