Manufacturing Shift Leader – Third Shift

True North Consultants, Inc.; Sandston (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

True North Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Manager for the third shift in Sandston, VA. The role directs daily shift operations, coaches frontline leaders, and coordinates production, quality, and maintenance to meet safety, efficiency, service, and cost goals.

The successful candidate will manage priorities, resolve operational challenges, and set clear daily, weekly, and monthly performance expectations. Strong leadership and Lean/Six Sigma familiarity are advantageous.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three to five years of relevant experience in manufacturing or a related operational environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain, operations management, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop employees to meet operational goals and maintain a safe, productive work environment.
• Communicate performance expectations, production priorities, quality standards, and company policies.
• Monitor production, quality, and maintenance performance; prepare reports and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate staffing, schedules, workflow, and resource allocation to meet production requirements.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve equipment issues, process interruptions, and other operational challenges.
• Support preventive maintenance activities and ensure employees use equipment safely.
• Train new employees on equipment operation, procedures, and standard work practices.
• Apply continuous improvement methods to strengthen efficiency, quality, and overall performance.
• Conduct team meetings that encourage accountability, collaboration, and employee engagement.
• Manage employee performance through regular feedback, coaching, and training.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

True North Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Manager for the third shift in Sandston, VA. The role directs daily shift operations, coaches frontline leaders, and coordinates production, quality, and maintenance to meet safety, efficiency, service, and cost goals.

The successful candidate will manage priorities, resolve operational challenges, and set clear daily, weekly, and monthly performance expectations. Strong leadership and Lean/Six Sigma familiarity are advantageous.