Manufacturing Shift Leader

Sportech, Inc.; Elk River (MN); On-site; USD 67,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Sportech, Inc. in Elk River, MN seeks a full-time shift supervisor to lead manufacturing operations on a rotating shift and drive performance improvements. You will coach staff, manage daily schedules, and ensure safety and quality in a fast-paced production environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (preferred) with 3–5 years of supervisory manufacturing experience and strong communication skills to motivate teams and resolve conflicts.

Qualifications

• Leadership abilities to coach and develop employees.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and manage shift personnel.
• Demonstrated conflict resolution and teamwork skills.
• Problem solving and lean principles application in production.
• Experience with lean manufacturing concepts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coach and develop employees to maximize effectiveness and career growth.
• Review daily production schedule for the department and plan shift staffing.
• Create and deliver presentations to direct reports and peers on operational topics.
• Supervise shift operations per company policies and safety standards.
• Manage performance reviews and development opportunities.
• Hire, train, and evaluate staff; document quarterly/year-end reviews.
• Lead safety initiatives and sustain a safe work environment.
• Collaborate with HR and other departments to meet goals.
• Identify delays and communicate recovery plans to Production Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team motivation

Conflict resolution

Problem solving

Lean principles

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Sportech, Inc. in Elk River, MN seeks a full-time shift supervisor to lead manufacturing operations on a rotating shift and drive performance improvements. You will coach staff, manage daily schedules, and ensure safety and quality in a fast-paced production environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (preferred) with 3–5 years of supervisory manufacturing experience and strong communication skills to motivate teams and resolve conflicts.