Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

GRIT STAFFING; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GRIT Staffing is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee the second shift, guiding daily production with a focus on safety, quality, and on-time delivery. The ideal candidate has 3+ years supervising production in a manufacturing setting and is fluent in English and Spanish, with strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

This hands-on role requires sound judgment, the ability to address issues promptly, and the drive to implement improvements while ensuring a safe and

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a production supervisory role within a manufacturing environment.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is required.
• Experience supervising production employees and coordinating daily floor activities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production activities to meet schedule and procedures.
• Lead and coach production staff, managing performance and attendance.
• Coordinate workflow and priorities to maintain smooth production flow.
• Monitor productivity, downtime, scrap, and other metrics; address issues promptly.
• Maintain safety and quality standards; enforce PPE and SOPs.
• Train staff on procedures, safety requirements, and equipment operation.
• Communicate updates to management on status, staffing, and outstanding work.

Skills

Leadership

Shift supervision

Team coaching

Safety compliance

Production scheduling

Job description

Role Overview:

The Production Supervisor will oversee daily production operations and personnel during the second shift, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to established production schedules and quality standards.

The ideal candidatehas a proven background inproduction supervision ina manufacturing environment. Industry background is flexible; candidates from different manufacturing sectors will be considered as long as they have directly supervised production employees and managed day-to-day floor operations.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong communication, sound judgment, and the ability to keep employees and production activities aligned throughout the shift.

Job Requirements:

• 3+ years in a production supervisory role within a manufacturing environment.
• Previous title of Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, or equivalent supervisory position required.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish required.
• Background in manufacturing or production operations; industry experience is flexible.
• Proven track record of leading production employees and coordinating daily floor activities.
• Knowledge of production scheduling, workflow, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Familiarity with monitoring productivity, downtime, scrap, and overall production performance.
• Strong judgment when addressing employee, equipment, quality, or workflow issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, management, and other departments.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and production-related systems.
• Background in employee training, coaching, and performance follow-up.

Personal Attributes / Skills:

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Sound judgment and decision-making
• Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Accountability and follow-through
• Ability to motivate and coach employees
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Hands-on approach to production management
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly stand and walk throughout the production floor during the shift.
• Move throughout the manufacturing facility to monitor production activities and employees.
• Occasionally lift, carry, or move materials as required by the operation.
• Work around production machinery, moving equipment, noise, and industrial materials.
• Follow all required PPE, OSHA, and plant safety procedures.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings and safe practices while working around active production equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise Production Activities: Oversee daily production operations and ensure work is completed according to schedule and established procedures.
• Lead Production Employees: Direct, coach, and support production employees throughout the shift while maintaining accountability for performance and attendance.
• Manage Production Workflow: Assign personnel and coordinate work priorities to keep production moving efficiently.
• Monitor Production Performance: Follow productivity, downtime, scrap, and other production indicators and address issues affecting output.
• Maintain Safety Standards: Enforce company safety policies, PPE requirements, and safe operating practices on the production floor.
• Maintain Quality Standards: Ensure employees follow established quality procedures and address quality issues as they arise.
• Resolve Production Issues: Troubleshoot day-to-day employee, equipment, material, and workflow issues and involve the appropriate department when needed.
• Coordinate with Other Departments: Communicate with Maintenance, Quality, Warehouse, and Management to resolve operational issues and maintain production flow.
• Train & Coach Employees: Provide direction and training on production procedures, safety requirements, quality expectations, and proper equipment operation.
• Monitor Attendance & Staffing: Address attendance concerns and adjust staffing assignments to support production requirements.
• Complete Shift Documentation: Maintain accurate production records, reports, and shift handoff information.
• Communicate Shift Updates: Provide management with updates regarding production status, issues, staffing, and outstanding work.
• Support Continuous Improvement: Identify practical opportunities to improve productivity, reduce waste, and maintain efficient production processes.
• Maintain a Safe & Organized Work Area: Ensure the production floor remains organized and employees follow established procedures.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

GRIT Staffing & HR Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] so we can assist you.