Production Floor Supervisor – 2nd Shift

Openwork; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid day-shift training

Temp-to-hire opportunity

Career advancement

Safety culture

Job summary

Openwork is partnering with a leading manufacturing company in Northeast Houston to hire a Production Lead - 2nd Shift. This role leads daily production operations, supports multiple departments, and helps keep production on schedule with a strong focus on safety and quality.

You will inspect products, manage priorities, and fill in across areas as needed. A strong leader with 3-5 years in manufacturing and fluent English is required; OSHA safety knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3-5 years of manufacturing or production experience.
• Previous leadership role (Production Lead, Team Lead, Shift Lead, Manufacturing Lead, or similar) preferred.
• Sit-down propane forklift experience required.
• Overhead crane experience highly preferred.
• Ability to wear a respirator throughout the shift.
• Strong math and measurement skills, including tape measures and micrometers.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Knowledge of OSHA and manufacturing safety practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Dependable, safety-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations while promoting a safe and productive work environment.
• Support multiple production departments, including Mill, Roll-Up, Saw, Packaging, and Scrap Operations.
• Coordinate daily production priorities to meet quality, safety, and delivery goals.
• Fill in across production areas as needed to maintain workflow.
• Inspect finished products using tape measures, micrometers, and other measuring tools.
• Perform daily forklift, overhead crane, and respirator inspections.
• Complete production reports, inspection records, and required documentation.
• Report equipment concerns, production issues, material shortages, and safety hazards.
• Assist with inventory counts, truck loading, housekeeping, and material handling.
• Lead by example while promoting teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Math & measurement

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Propane forklift

Overhead crane

Job description

SEEKING: PRODUCTION LEAD - 2ND SHIFT

Location: Northeast Houston Area | 77028

Pay: $25.00 per hour | Weekly Pay

Training Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Day Shift)

Regular Schedule: Monday-Friday | 3:00 PM - 1:30 AM (Must arrive by 2:00 PM for the daily production meeting)

Overtime: 5–6 days per week based on production needs

Employment Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire

Important: This is a safety-sensitive manufacturing position. Candidates must be comfortable wearing a respirator and following all company safety procedures.

LEAD THE SHIFT. SUPPORT THE TEAM. GROW YOUR CAREER.

Openwork is partnering with a leading manufacturing company in Northeast Houston to hire a Production Lead - 2nd Shift. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manufacturing professional who enjoys leading by example, supporting production teams, and helping operations run safely and efficiently.

We're looking for someone with strong manufacturing experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for developing others while keeping production on schedule.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Lead daily production operations while promoting a safe and productive work environment
• Support multiple production departments, including Mill, Roll-Up, Saw, Packaging, and Scrap Operations
• Coordinate daily production priorities to meet quality, safety, and delivery goals
• Fill in across production areas as needed to maintain workflow
• Inspect finished products using tape measures, micrometers, and other measuring tools
• Perform daily forklift, overhead crane, and respirator inspections
• Complete production reports, inspection records, and required documentation
• Report equipment concerns, production issues, material shortages, and safety hazards
• Assist with inventory counts, truck loading, housekeeping, and material handling
• Lead by example while promoting teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• High school diploma or GED required
• 3-5 years of manufacturing or production experience
• Previous experience as a Production Lead, Team Lead, Shift Lead, Manufacturing Lead, or similar leadership role preferred
• Sit-down propane forklift experience required
• Overhead crane experience highly preferred
• Ability to wear a respirator throughout the shift
• Strong math and measurement skills, including tape measures and micrometers
• Ability to read and write in English
• Knowledge of OSHA and manufacturing safety practices
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Dependable, safety-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Safety-sensitive manufacturing facility
• Team-oriented production environment
• Fast-paced operation focused on quality, safety, and efficiency
• Daily use of forklifts, overhead cranes, measuring tools, and production equipment
• Required use of PPE, including a respirator

WHY JOIN OPENWORK?

• Weekly pay
• Paid day-shift training before transitioning to second shift
• Temp-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential
• Opportunity to lead an experienced manufacturing team
• Stable work environment with opportunities for advancement
• Supportive culture focused on safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement

BENEFITS UPON PERMANENT HIRE

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Production and safety bonus opportunities
• Annual $200 Red Wing boot allowance after one year

ABOUT OPENWORK

Openwork is a talent-first staffing company with more than 50 years of experience connecting talented professionals with meaningful career opportunities. We are committed to helping people build rewarding careers while supporting employers with exceptional talent.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)