Production Lead - 3rd Shift

Maker's Pride; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Maker's Pride is seeking a 3rd Shift Supervisor to lead and train production staff on the night shift, ensuring quality checks and adherence to safety standards on the assigned production line. Weekend work is required and sponsorship is not available.

The role focuses on directing 12–40 employees, assigning operations, and meeting production schedules while maintaining safety and efficient paperwork. Proactive communication and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Fundamental understanding of Lean Manufacturing.
• Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Train and direct 12–40 employees on the production line.
• Assign plant operations during the shift.
• Meet production schedules to ensure on-time outputs.
• Maintain employee and product safety on the line.
• Demonstrate production and quality conscientiousness.
• Monitor usages and related paperwork.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Quality Checks

Communication

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Safety

Problem Solving

MS Office

SAP

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office Suite

SAP

Job description

3rd Shift Position

Hours: 3rd Shift 11:30pm- 8:00AM (Sunday through Thursday) And every other weekend

3rd Shift Position

Hours: 3rd Shift 11:30pm- 8:00AM (Sunday through Thursday) And every other weekend

Weekend work is required.

Job Summary

Guide and train production employees and coordinate quality checks on assigned production line.

Job Duties

• Demonstrated leadership abilities and will be responsible for training and directing 12-40 employees
• Assign plant operations during shift
• Meet production schedules
• Maintain employee and product safety
• Production & Quality conscientious
• Monitor usages and paperwork

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated
• Personable
• Influential
• Organized

Ability To

• Follow-up
• Be Punctual and Outgoing
• Communicate and work well with others in a plant environment
• Successfully multi-task
• Ensure collaborative relationships with industry, trade, other associations, regulatory agencies and company staff
• Trouble Shoot

Proficiencies

• MS Office Suite and SAP preferred

Physical Requirements

• Stand, walk, climb stairs on a frequent basis
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds on a frequent basis.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Fundamental understanding of Lean Manufacturing

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate's responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.

Benefits in just 30 days!

Your health and well-being is important to us at Maker's Pride. Full-time employees can access medical, dental, and vision benefits after just 30 days of employment. Plus, our comprehensive benefits package includes a 401(k), wellness benefits, and other programs, subject to applicable eligibility requirements.

This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed.

Base pay information is based on market location.

Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.