Manufacturing Supervisor 3rd Shift

hitachi; Missouri; On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc in Jefferson City, Missouri, is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to lead production teams, driving safety, quality, and on-time delivery in a fast-paced facility. You will coach staff, implement lean improvements, and partner with cross-functional teams to meet goals while supporting third-shift operations on a Sunday night through Friday morning schedule.

Bachelor's degree plus 2+ years of manufacturing experience preferred; strong leadership and communication skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent
• 2+ years manufacturing experience preferred
• Experience in industrial manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement
• Ability to work across shifts including weekends as needed
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a production team to meet safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency targets.
• Foster a safe, organized work environment through coaching and engagement.
• Schedule resources to meet production demands and minimize backlog.
• Monitor performance metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze data and implement manufacturing efficiency improvements.
• Support employee development through training and mentorship.
• Address production and personnel challenges with collaboration and sound decisions.
• Build cross-team partnerships to ensure operational success.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Location:

Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America

Job ID:

R0139956

Date Posted:

2026-08-03

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Production & Skilled Trades

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Join Hitachi Energy as a Manufacturing Supervisor in Jefferson City, Missouri, and take the lead in driving performance, teamwork, and operational excellence in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated leader who thrives on developing people, improving processes, and delivering results.

In this role, you will guide a talented production team while helping to ensure a safe, efficient, and high-performing workplace. You will play a key role in meeting production goals, maintaining quality standards, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives that make a real impact on our operations and customers. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will help solve challenges, optimize workflows, and create an environment where employees can succeed and grow.

This position supports our third-shift operations, working Sunday night through Friday morning from 11:30 PM to 7:30 AM.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

At Hitachi Energy, we believe our people are our greatest asset. You'll be empowered to bring new ideas forward, contribute to meaningful projects, and build a rewarding career with a global leader advancing a sustainable energy future. If you're passionate about leadership, manufacturing excellence, and making a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Lead and inspire a team of production employees to achieve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and efficiency targets.

• Foster a safe, organized, and positive work environment through coaching, training, and employee engagement.

• Schedule and assign resources effectively to meet production demands and minimize backlog.

• Monitor production performance metrics and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

• Analyze operational data and implement solutions that enhance manufacturing efficiency.

• Support employee development through training, performance feedback, and ongoing mentorship.

• Address production and personnel challenges with professionalism, collaboration, and sound decision-making.

• Build strong partnerships across teams to align priorities and ensure operational success.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of manufacturing experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience working in industrial manufacturing environments and supporting operational performance.

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Ability to work across shifts and support periodic weekend operations as business needs require.

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively.

• Clear verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• Ability and willingness to work our 3rd shift hours.

More About Us

• At Hitachi Energy, you'll work in a collaborative and inclusive culture that values safety, integrity, innovation, and teamwork.

• We invest in professional development through learning opportunities, career growth pathways, and meaningful leadership experiences.

• Join a global organization committed to advancing a more sustainable energy future while empowering employees to make a lasting impact.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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