Production Supervisor

Surge Staffing; Grenada (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Surge Staffing is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor for the Grenada, MS location, on the 2nd shift (3:00 PM–11:00 PM). The role oversees daily production operations, enforces safety and quality standards, and drives continuous improvement while developing a high-performing team.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on manufacturing leadership, strong communication, and the ability to manage schedules and coordinate with maintenance, quality, and warehouse teams to meet productivity

Qualifications

• Experience leading production teams in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong communication and people-management skills.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing or Six Sigma principles is a plus.
• Proficiency with production reporting systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make decisions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production activities on the second shift.
• Meet production schedules while maintaining quality and efficiency.
• Enforce safety policies and OSHA regulations.
• Monitor performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Train and develop team members to meet goals.
• Communicate priorities and changes in shift meetings.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, Warehouse to resolve issues.
• Maintain shift records and productivity data.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team-building

Quality awareness

Lean manufacturing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Production dashboards

Job description

Production Supervisor (2nd Shift)

Location: Grenada, MS
Shift: Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM–11:00 PM
Job Type: Full-Time

Join Our Team

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Production Supervisor to lead our second-shift manufacturing team in Grenada, Mississippi. This position is responsible for overseeing daily production operations, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity goals are achieved while fostering a positive and engaged work environment.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader with strong communication skills, manufacturing experience, and a passion for developing employees and driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of production employees during the second shift.
• Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining quality and efficiency standards.
• Promote and enforce all company safety policies and OSHA regulations.
• Monitor production performance and identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and cost.
• Train, coach, and develop team members to achieve performance goals.
• Conduct shift meetings and communicate production priorities, safety updates, and operational changes.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, Warehouse, and other departments to resolve production issues.
• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate repairs with the maintenance team when needed.
• Maintain accurate production records, labor reporting, and shift documentation.
• Address employee concerns and support a positive, team‑oriented work environment.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives, process optimization, and waste reduction.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate's or bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team‑building skills.
• Experience managing production schedules and meeting performance metrics.
• Ability to motivate employees while maintaining accountability.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or Six Sigma principles is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and production reporting systems.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and make sound decisions under pressure.

Preferred Skills

• Experience supervising production teams in plastics, injection molding, or manufacturing.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and manufacturing best practices.
• Experience with ERP or manufacturing software systems.
• Strong problem‑solving and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Why Join Our Team?

• Stable, full‑time employment
• Consistent second‑shift schedule (3:00 PM–11:00 PM)
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Opportunity to lead a skilled manufacturing team
• Collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth
• Benefits package available, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits (where applicable)

Apply Today

If you're a results‑driven manufacturing leader who enjoys developing teams and improving production performance, we'd love to hear from you.