Manufacturing Leader – 2nd Shift

Blue Signal Search; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary with quarterly bonus opportunity

Stable on-site leadership role

High visibility with plant leadership

Job summary

Blue Signal Search seeks a hands-on Manufacturing Leader for a stable on-site leadership role in Jackson, TN. This position offers a competitive base salary with bonuses and emphasizes improving team performance and safety in a fast-moving manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will coach teams, manage second-shift operations, and drive continuous improvement while partnering closely with plant leadership. Experience in manufacturing and strong communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of related leadership or team lead experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with manufacturing performance metrics and workplace safety protocols.
• Ability to lead teams and address performance issues.

Responsibilities

• Guide second-shift floor operations and ensure safety.
• Use production metrics to improve line performance.
• Coach hourly employees on safe work practices.

Skills

Supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment

Leadership or team lead experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Basic computer proficiency

Education

High school education or equivalent

Associate degree or technical training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: On-site in Jackson, TN or Oakfield, TN

Schedule: Second shift, Monday through Friday, 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM

A growing industrial manufacturer is seeking a hands‑on Manufacturing Leader to manage second‑shift operations in a fast‑moving plant environment. This is a strong opportunity for a floor leader who enjoys building team performance, improving daily output, and creating a safe, accountable culture. The right person will step into a visible role with direct impact on safety, productivity, quality, and employee development, while partnering closely with plant leadership to keep operations running smoothly.

This Role Offers

• Competitive base salary with quarterly bonus opportunity & overtime eligibility
• Stable on‑site leadership role in a manufacturing setting
• High visibility with plant leadership and cross‑functional teams
• Opportunity to drive continuous improvement and team development on second shift

Focus

• Guide second‑shift floor operations to keep people safe, orders moving, and quality on target
• Use daily production metrics to spot gaps, remove waste, and improve line performance
• Partner with maintenance and quality teams to reduce downtime and keep product standards consistent
• Coach hourly employees on safe work practices, standard procedures, and day‑to‑day execution
• Review staffing, assignments, and handoffs so the shift starts strong and ends cleanly
• Keep time, attendance, and production records organized and up to date
• Support basic troubleshooting and minor equipment adjustments when issues affect output
• Help build a team culture centered on accountability, communication, and continuous improvement

Skill Set

• Supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• At least 2 years of related leadership or team lead experience is preferred
• Completion of a high school education or equivalent is necessary.
• Associate degree or technical training is preferred
• Familiarity with manufacturing performance metrics, workplace safety protocols, and product quality requirements.
• Ability to lead teams, address performance issues, and reinforce workplace expectations
• Comfortable working cross‑functionally with maintenance, quality, and operations partners
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort in a hands‑on production setting are helpful
• On‑site manufacturing environment
• Moderate to high noise environment with required PPE
• Role may involve standing, walking, and occasional lifting in support of plant operations