Manufacturing Supervisor - Night Shift

Spherion Staffing, LLC; Essex Junction (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

AD&D

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Job summary

Spherion Vermont is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to lead the Manufacturing Department, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality standards are met. You will manage shift staffing, drive lean principles, and foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment in a 6:00 PM–6:30 AM shift.

The role requires 4–7 years of experience, an Associate degree in Business/Management, and strong communication skills. Medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, and disability benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Business, Management, or equivalent and 5+ years of supervisory or lead experience in manufacturing.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; ability to handle confidential information professionally.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily shift operations and staffing, delegating to Team Leads while meeting production schedules and quality standards.
• Enforce safety guidelines, ISO9000 policies, and SOPs; drive continuous improvement through Lean and 5S on the floor.
• Oversee employee development, performance reviews at 6 and 12 months, and cross-training; ensure timely resolution of workplace issues.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Team Leadership

Communication

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in Business/Management

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Terms

I am at least 18 years old

I am legally authorized to work in the United States

Spherion Vermont is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to perform hands-on leadership and direction within the Manufacturing Department, serving as a role model for team members while upholding safety, efficiency, and quality standards. This role manages shift staffing and daily operations, ensuring manufacturing schedules are met and lean manufacturing principles (5S) are actively driven. Working cross-functionally, the supervisor fosters a positive, collaborative team environment, oversees employee performance and development, and leads by example in alignment with company values and ISO9000 procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily shift operations and staffing, delegating work to Team Leads while ensuring production remains on schedule and high-quality standards are consistently met or exceeded.
• Enforce adherence to safety guidelines, ISO9000 policies, and standard operating procedures, driving continuous improvement through Lean manufacturing and 5S principles.
• Oversee employee development, documentation, and performance evaluations (at 6 and 12 months), while facilitating cross-training, active communication, and timely resolution of workplace issues.

Working hours: 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM

Skills

• Practical knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and standard operating procedures within an injection molding environment with strong mechanical aptitude.
• Hands-on experience implementing Lean Manufacturing methods and driving continuous 5S improvement initiatives on the floor.
• Strong problem-solving, time management, project management, and presentation capabilities to effectively communicate ideas and results across teams.

Education

Associate

Experience

4-7 years

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Business, Management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, paired with 5+ years of supervisory or lead experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage confidential information professionally and build a positive team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and ERP systems, along with U.S. Government Authorization.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• medical
• prescription
• dental
• vision
• AD&D
• life insurance offerings
• short-term disability
• 401K plan

(all benefits are based on eligibility).

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].