Manufacturing Supervisor

Catapult; Albemarle (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation & holidays

Life insurance

Dental & vision (optional)

Job summary

Catapult is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Supervisor in New London, NC to lead a 12-hour day shift on a 3-2-2 schedule. You will oversee ~10–12 production associates, drive continuous improvement, and ensure safety, quality, and productivity in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires extrusion experience, strong leadership, and hands-on floor supervision. Competitive benefits accompany a reliability-focused manufacturing operation with modern equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years supervising production teams in manufacturing.
• Extrusion experience is a strong plus.
• Strong communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work a fixed 12-hour day in a 24/7 operation.
• Knowledge of safety standards and production processes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support a team of approximately 10–12 production associates and leads on the production floor.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members while assigning daily tasks and monitoring workflow to maximize efficiency.
• Assist with machine setup, troubleshooting, and resolution of production issues.
• Monitor production output, scrap, and downtime to meet targets.
• Identify production inefficiencies and implement corrective actions for safety, quality, and productivity.
• Maintain product quality standards and accurate production documentation; address defects or issues promptly.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Supervising production teams

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Job description

Manufacturing Supervisor

Locations: New London, North Carolina

Hours: 12-Hour Day Shift 8am-8pm.

(3-2-2 schedule. Wed-Thurs-Fri on one week/Mon-Tues-Sat-Sun on the second week.)

Salary range: $65,000 - $80,000

A well-established manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced, hands-on Manufacturing Supervisor to lead production operations in a fast-paced environment. Our company is committed to quality, safety and exceptional customer service. In recent years we have invested heavily in modernized equipment enabling greater efficiency, consistency, and technological capability.

The Manufacturing Supervisor will have a strong background in working with automated machinery and computerized equipment. Extrusion experience a strong plus! This role is critical to maintaining safety, quality, and productivity while developing a high-performing production team.

Position Overview

The Manufacturing Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily production activities on a fixed 12-hour shift in a 24/7 manufacturing operation. This hands-on individual will provide strong floor leadership, support continuous improvement efforts, and ensure production goals are met safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support a team of approximately 10–12 production associates and leads, providing hands-on leadership on the production floor
• Lead, coach, and develop team members while assigning daily tasks and monitoring workflow to maximize efficiency
• Assist with machine setup, troubleshooting, and resolution of production issues to maintain safe and effective operations
• Monitor production output, scrap, and downtime to ensure shift performance targets are achieved
• Identify production inefficiencies and implement corrective actions to improve safety, quality, and productivity
• Maintain product quality standards and accurate production documentation; promptly address defects or operational issues

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of supervising production teams in a manufacturing environment
• Extrusion Experience a Strong Plus!
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of production processes, industrial machinery, and safety standards
• Ability to work a fixed 12-hour day in a continuous (24/7) manufacturing environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and squat for extended periods during 12-hour shifts
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable working in varying temperatures typical of a manufacturing setting

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Company-paid medical insurance, group life insurance, and long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, personal days, and holidays
• Optional benefits may include dental, vision, short-term disability, additional life insurance, and supplemental coverage options
• Employee referral bonus program