Production Supervisor (2nd Shift)

JMJ Phillip Group; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 72,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Second shift

Leadership opportunity

Collaborative environment

Job summary

JMJ Phillip Group in Little Rock seeks an experienced Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing lines, drive safety, quality, and continuous improvement, and develop a high‑performing team. You will coordinate with operations, maintenance, and engineering, schedule shifts, monitor performance, coach staff, and apply Lean/Six Sigma methods to raise productivity and ensure adherence to SOPs.

This role requires a second‑shift schedule and strong problem‑solving skills to support a dynamic

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or 3–5 years supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Ability to work a second shift and cover vacations or staffing needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production activities for assigned lines.
• Establish work schedules and production requirements with management.
• Ensure products meet process specifications and quality requirements.
• Monitor production performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Interpret specifications and determine acceptability of work in process.
• Maintain knowledge of products, equipment, and processes.
• Lead, coach, and develop production employees to improve skills and performance.
• Provide counseling and performance feedback; apply corrective actions when needed.
• Support maintenance and engineering activities related to production operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Analyze performance metrics and implement solutions to improve results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Lean Six Sigma

Manufacturing operations

Shift flexibility

Team development

SOPs

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

ERP software

MS Office

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing activities, support production teams, and ensure products are produced safely, efficiently, and according to established quality standards. This role will focus on team development, production performance, safety, and continuous improvement while collaborating with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams.

Position Responsibilities

Production Operations

• Supervise and direct production activities for assigned manufacturing lines.
• Establish work schedules, assignments, and production requirements in coordination with management.
• Ensure products meet established process specifications and quality requirements.
• Monitor production performance and assist with troubleshooting and problem-solving.
• Interpret production specifications and determine the acceptability of work in process.
• Maintain strong knowledge of products, equipment, and manufacturing processes.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop production employees to strengthen skills and performance.
• Manage daily employee matters, including attendance, recognition, accountability, and payroll-related issues.
• Provide effective counseling and performance feedback to team members.
• Apply corrective and progressive disciplinary actions when appropriate.
• Support succession planning and development of future production leaders.
• Foster a positive, engaged, and accountable work environment.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures.
• Promote a safe, healthy, and accident-free workplace.
• Identify and control hazards related to human error, equipment, and machine operations.
• Reinforce safe work practices and ensure employees understand safety expectations.

Continuous Improvement & Collaboration

• Support maintenance and engineering activities related to production operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Apply root cause analysis and continuous improvement principles to operational issues.
• Maintain effective communication with operations management and other departments.
• Analyze performance metrics and implement solutions to improve production results.

Prerequisites

• Bachelor’s degree preferred and/or 3–5 years of leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, production processes, and standard operating procedures.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, develop, and engage production teams.
• Experience supervising multiple production operators.
• Strong communication, active listening, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing equipment and production processes.
• Proficiency with computer systems and standard business software.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Ability to work a second‑shift schedule and provide flexibility to cover vacations and other staffing needs.

Certifications (Preferred, but not Required)

• Lean Six Sigma certification.
• OSHA or workplace safety certification.
• Root Cause Analysis certification or training.
• Production or manufacturing management certification.
• Relevant leadership or supervisory training.

What the Role Offers

• Salary: $72,000–$111,000 annually
• Second‑shift production leadership opportunity.
• Opportunity to lead and develop a production team.
• Exposure to manufacturing operations, continuous improvement, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Opportunities to develop leadership skills and prepare for future production management responsibilities.
• Collaborative work with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams.

Why Little Rock?

Little Rock offers a strong manufacturing and industrial environment with access to skilled workers, transportation infrastructure, and diverse production operations. The area provides opportunities for manufacturing leaders to strengthen production performance, develop teams, and contribute to safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.