Manufacturing Shift Lead

Caliberr Staffing; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Caliberr Staffing is seeking a Manufacturing Shift Lead to partner with production leadership, overseeing daily operations to meet safety, quality, and throughput targets on the production floor.

You will optimize line performance, manage raw material flow, and drive continuous improvement using ERP and WMS systems. The role requires leadership, Lean know-how, and the ability to mentor team members while maintaining production schedules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 4 years in a manufacturing or industrial production environment.
• Leadership or project management experience.
• Strong knowledge of safety and quality control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily shift activities to ensure products meet safety and quality standards.
• Conduct regular floor walkthroughs to verify housekeeping and safety protocols.
• Manage production line changeovers including raw material inspection and initial quality verification.
• Utilize ERP systems and WMS for accurate job tracking and BOM compliance.
• Analyze line downtime using efficiency tools to drive continuous improvement.
• Communicate shift handovers clearly to maintain operational continuity.

Skills

High school diploma

4+ years manufacturing

Leadership experience

Safety compliance

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

ERP software

Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

As a Manufacturing Shift Lead, you will partner with production leadership to oversee daily operations, ensuring that safety, quality, and throughput targets are consistently achieved. You will play a pivotal role in optimizing line performance, managing raw material flow, and fostering a culture of operational excellence on the production floor.

About the Role

As a Manufacturing Shift Lead, you will partner with production leadership to oversee daily operations, ensuring that safety, quality, and throughput targets are consistently achieved. You will play a pivotal role in optimizing line performance, managing raw material flow, and fostering a culture of operational excellence on the production floor.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily shift activities to ensure all products meet rigorous safety and quality standards.
• Conduct regular floor walkthroughs to verify compliance with housekeeping, safety, and food manufacturing protocols.
• Manage production line changeovers, including raw material inspection and initial quality verification.
• Utilize Warehouse Management Systems and ERP software to ensure accurate job tracking and bill of material compliance.
• Analyze line downtime using efficiency tools to drive continuous improvement and elevate issues effectively.
• Communicate shift handovers clearly to maintain operational continuity and address production challenges.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial production environment.
• Proven track record in a leadership or project management capacity.
• Strong proficiency in safety compliance and quality control procedures.

Preferred Skills

• Associate's degree in a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in high-volume manufacturing operations.
• Advanced knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and efficiency software.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor team members and manage complex production schedules.