Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Plexus Corp; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 58,300 - 87,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company located in Lincolnshire, Illinois, seeks a Production Supervisor to manage production leads and ensure product quality, timely delivery, and efficiency in the factory. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and at least 3 years of experience in production supervision. Responsibilities include fostering team communication, resource management, and conducting performance appraisals. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes work-life balance and employee wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 3+ years of related experience preferred.
• Supervisory experience of two (2) years is required.
• Ability to complete internal courses necessary for the job.

Responsibilities

• Direct Production Lead activities emphasizing product quality and efficiency.
• Establish communication among team members to resolve production concerns.
• Identify resource needs to meet production schedules.
• Monitor material orders and parts shortages.
• Conduct performance appraisals, coaching, and maintain policies.

Skills

Self-motivated

Good written and oral communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Purpose Statement

The Production Supervisor is responsible for directing the activities of the Production Leads with an emphasis on product quality, on‑time delivery, and factory production efficiency. Additionally, the Production Supervisor is responsible to support the key business metrics, team member engagement and workplace safety.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Direct Production Lead activities emphasizing product quality, on‑time delivery, and factory production efficiency while supporting key business metrics, general housekeeping, and workplace safety.
• Establish effective communication among all shift team members and functional teams to address production‑related concerns, set manufacturing goals, and ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Identify and address resource needs, ensure production schedules are met, and supervise the Production Leads and operators to meet daily production needs while providing coaching to subordinates and developing team skills.
• Communicate and assist in resolving part shortages, monitor and prioritize material orders, and collaborate with Planners and Manager to manage all processes and shifts.
• Conduct people‑leader activities such as approving time off/leave, conducting performance appraisals, coaching, disciplinary action, and maintaining company policies and procedures. Provide mentoring, leadership, and direction for the team to increase employee engagement and retention of talent.
• Responsible to exemplify and hold the team accountable to demonstrating the Plexus Core Values. Leader will focus on evaluating potential, driving succession planning, and ensuring their employees receive the development and coaching required to realize their full potential.

Education & Experience Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 3 or more years of related experience is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered.
• Supervisory experience of two (2) years is required.
• Additionally, the employee must successfully complete all internal courses offered by the company necessary to do the job.

Other Qualifications

• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Good written and oral communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Work safely at all times and maintain confidentiality of all customer and company information.
• Experience with Google Workspace or Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and ability to learn Plexus Data Collection and MRP/ERP systems.

Salary Range: $58,300.00 – $87,500.00

Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work‑life balance.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.

We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If accommodations are needed, please contact [e-mail].