Night-Shift Sheet Metal Supervisor — Lead & Optimize

Randstad USA; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad USA is seeking an experienced 3rd Shift Manufacturing Supervisor to lead night-time production across Sheet Metal Fabrication and Assembly. You will manage a team of about 35, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time output while promoting continuous improvements.

This role reports to the manufacturing leadership in Farmington, CT, offering a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to optimize shop floor performance through strong leadership and effective use of shop floor

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in manufacturing leadership.
• Experience at manager level.
• Night shift supervision preferred.

Responsibilities

• Shift & Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and mentor a 3rd-shift team of ~35 technicians and production employees. Foster a collaborative work environment, address workplace issues promptly, and recognize team contributions.
• Safety & Workplace Standards: Drive a safety-first culture on the floor, upholding company regulations and verifying that safety guidelines are actively followed across the shift.
• Production Coordination: Translate technical drawings, job sheets, and production orders into clear shift tasks. Requisition necessary materials, tooling, and shop floor supplies to maintain uninterrupted production schedules.
• Operational Execution: Set shift priorities and monitor floor workflows in real time. Guide operators to fulfill work orders efficiently while maintaining strict standards for quality, budget, and turn time.
• Process Optimization: Identify bottlenecks and suggest practical workplace or equipment adjustments to boost daily throughput and overall shop capacity.
• Cross-Shift Communication: Track team attendance, shift metrics, and output logs. Work alongside supervisors from preceding shifts to guarantee smooth handoffs and operational continuity.
• System Usage: Leverage shop floor management software, CAD, MRP II systems, SAP, and Microsoft Office for daily reporting and process tracking.
• Flexible Engagement: Comply with operational policies and attend occasional daytime briefings, audits, or training workshops as necessary.

Skills

Manufacturing

Operations

Education

No Degree Required

Job description

Randstad USA is seeking an experienced 3rd Shift Manufacturing Supervisor to lead night-time production across Sheet Metal Fabrication and Assembly. You will manage a team of about 35, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time output while promoting continuous improvements.

This role reports to the manufacturing leadership in Farmington, CT, offering a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to optimize shop floor performance through strong leadership and effective use of shop floor