Production Shift Lead — Lean & Safety

Spherion Staffing, LLC; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401K plan

Job summary

Spherion Staffing, LLC is seeking a Production Shift Manager to lead floor operations at a high-volume manufacturing facility. You will direct daily shift activities, drive machinery efficiency, maintain safety and quality standards, and optimize labor and material costs.

Responsibilities include leading shift meetings, troubleshooting equipment, enforcing 5S and safety regs, tracking performance, and developing the team. Strong GMP/quality background and Lean/Six Sigma experience are important.

Qualifications

• Background in food processing, packaging, or environments with strict GMP/quality standards.
• Experience in Continuous Improvement methodologies (Lean, TPM, or Six Sigma).
• Prior experience in industrial maintenance, supply chain, or inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Shift Leadership: Direct daily operations, manage shift handovers, conduct floor meetings, and hold team members accountable for performance and conduct.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Monitor machine performance (mechanics, pneumatics, electronics, refrigeration), interpret HMI data, and perform root-cause analysis to minimize downtime.
• Safety & Quality: Enforce strict 5S standards, food safety, and health & safety regulations across the floor.
• Cost & Efficiency Control: Track performance metrics (OEE), manage shift staffing to hit production targets, and eliminate material/labor waste.
• Team Development: Execute training plans, maintain skill matrices, and address performance gaps on your shift.

Job description

Spherion Staffing, LLC is seeking a Production Shift Manager to lead floor operations at a high-volume manufacturing facility. You will direct daily shift activities, drive machinery efficiency, maintain safety and quality standards, and optimize labor and material costs.

Responsibilities include leading shift meetings, troubleshooting equipment, enforcing 5S and safety regs, tracking performance, and developing the team. Strong GMP/quality background and Lean/Six Sigma experience are important.