Manufacturing Supervisor - 2nd Shift (3pm-11pm)

TOPS Products LLC; New Jersey; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

TOPS Products LLC in New Jersey seeks a Manufacturing Supervisor to lead daily production, safety, quality, and shipping operations on the second shift. You will provide first-line leadership to hourly employees and coordinate schedules, resources, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate demonstrates proactive leadership, strong communication, and accountability, while developing teammates and maintaining a positive, inclusive team culture.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of leadership experience in manufacturing or operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and coaching skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and work independently.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Experience with cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead hourly manufacturing employees to meet production, quality, safety, and delivery objectives.
• Review production schedules and coordinate labor, materials, and equipment resources to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Assign and adjust staffing based on production demands and operational priorities.
• Communicate production goals, schedule changes, material shortages, and operational issues to employees and leadership.
• Partner with Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other support functions to resolve production challenges.
• Monitor workflow and production performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Coach, train, and develop employees while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Team-building

Independent work

Prioritization

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Production reporting systems

Job description

Manufacturing Supervisor

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Manufacturing Supervisor to lead daily production operations and support our second shift manufacturing team. This position is responsible for providing first-line leadership to hourly production employees involved in manufacturing, finishing, and shipping operations. The Manufacturing Supervisor will oversee staffing, production schedules, quality standards, safety compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure operational goals are achieved.

The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, effectively communicates expectations, develops employees, and drives accountability while maintaining a positive team culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead hourly manufacturing employees to meet production, quality, safety, and delivery objectives.
• Review production schedules and coordinate labor, materials, and equipment resources to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Assign and adjust staffing based on production demands and operational priorities.
• Communicate production goals, schedule changes, material shortages, and operational issues to employees and leadership.
• Partner with Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other support functions to resolve production challenges.
• Monitor workflow and production performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Coach, train, and develop employees while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct employee performance discussions, provide feedback, and support employee development initiatives.
• Maintain production reports, departmental records, performance metrics, and operational documentation.
• Participate in evaluating and improving manufacturing methods, processes, equipment, and procedures to enhance operational effectiveness.
• Promote a positive, inclusive work environment built on respect, engagement, and teamwork.

Qualifications

Required

• 3-5 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing, production, warehouse, or operations environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively prioritize multiple responsibilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to drive accountability and achieve business results through others.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and organizational levels.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and production reporting systems.

Preferred

• Previous supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or operational excellence initiatives.
• Experience leading teams in a fast-paced production environment.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will be:

• A proactive, hands-on leader who leads by example.
• An effective communicator who can motivate and engage employees.
• Customer-focused and committed to delivering high-quality results.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Passionate about developing employees and building strong teams.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing facility environment with exposure to production equipment and machinery.
• May require standing, walking, and moving throughout the production floor for extended periods.
• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime as business needs require.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Collaborative team-oriented culture
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on operational success
• Stable and growing manufacturing environment