Production Supervisor, 2nd Shift

cscexternalcareersite; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

cscexternalcareersite is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift to lead a manufacturing team and drive safety, quality and continuous improvement. You will coach operators, manage daily KPIs, and coordinate staffing and training with HR.

Responsibilities include enforcing safety standards, engaging with cross-functional teams, and implementing LEAN initiatives under the Plant Manager's guidance. This role requires strong communication and hands-on leadership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in business, management, engineering or related field preferred.
• 5 years of management experience preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in industrial manufacturing preferred.
• Welding experience strongly preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and other manufacturing software applications.
• Working knowledge of LEAN Manufacturing Principles.
• Demonstrated ability to direct, coach, and train associates as well as plan, monitor, and schedule work.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety by coaching and enforcing safety policies.
• Provide hands-on leadership to meet daily KPI’s through planning and problem solving.
• Establish staffing and training plans and coach direct reports.
• Develop morale and motivation; coordinate with leadership and HR on employee relations; implement LEAN initiatives under Plant Manager guidance.
• Work knowledge of tools, machinery, and basic engineering.
• Perform administrative tasks: time/attendance, schedules, production data, trends, reports.
• Assist with monthly inventory as required.
• Understand end-to-end production to drive continuous improvement and standard operating practices.
• Lead according to company policies and laws.
• Maintain positive work environment with customers and co-workers.
• Support continuous learning of self and others.
• Other duties as assigned; regular attendance.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Direct, coach, and train associates

Problem solving

LEAN manufacturing principles

Microsoft Office Suite and software

LEAN manufacturing

Management experience

Industrial manufacturing experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in business/management/engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join our production team and bring your drive, reliability, and commitment to safety to a role where your work makes an impact every day.

The Production Supervisor owns the achievement of our goals and champions our plant culture and vision through the leadership and development of their team. This role is responsible for delivering the safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people objectives through the execution of effective communication, LEAN manufacturing tools, and employee engagement.

This full-time opportunity includes competitive pay, eligibility for additional incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your career and overall well-being.

2nd Shift Schedule
Monday - Thursday 4:00 PM - 12:30 AM

Friday 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Occasional weekend availability is required.
Candidates must be able to work all schedules as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure the safety of your team by setting the example and by maintaining high standards for cleanliness, organization, work practices, observations, and corrective actions. Take ownership to consistently coach best behaviors and partner with the safety team to maintain up to date compliance training and adherence to our safety policies.
• Provide hands‑on leadership to your team in meeting daily KPI’s through effective planning, problem solving, prioritization, and execution.
• Establish and maintain a cross‑functional staffing and training plan for your team, provide regular feedback and coaching to your direct reports.
• Develop and maintain employee morale and motivation on your team through timely communication, team cohesiveness, and effective employee relations and coaching. Partner with leadership and HR to resolve employee relations issues.
  Implement LEAN manufacturing initiatives under the guidance of the Plant Manager in line with our overall plant improvement strategy.
• Working knowledge of mechanical aptitude of tools, machinery, and basic engineering
• Perform administrative activities necessary for the effective management of your team, including administrating time and attendance, managing personnel and production schedules, compiling production data, analyzing trends, and completing reports.
• Responsible for assisting with the monthly physical inventory as designated by the Plant Manager.
• Develop understanding of the end‑to‑end production process in order to effectively manage daily operations, drive continuous improvement, develop and ensure standard operating practices, and provide overall guidance to your direct team.
• Carry out leadership responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
• Maintain a positive work environment by behaving and communicating effectively with customers, co‑workers, clients, and direct reports.
• Support continuous learning of self and others.
• Other duties as assigned by Plant Leadership.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in business, management, engineering or other related field preferred.
• 5 years of management experience preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in industrial manufacturing preferred.
• Welding experience strongly preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and other manufacturing software applications.
• Working knowledge of LEAN Manufacturing Principles.
• Demonstrated ability to direct, coach, and train associates as well as plan, monitor, and schedule work.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Frequent communication with others to exchange information.
• Frequent repetition of motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Frequent moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Occasional adjusting or moving objects up to 20 pounds in all directions.
• Constantly remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Constant use of computer for prolonged periods.
• Constantly thinking and processing information.
• Constantly maintaining concentration and focus on tasks.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequent exposure to production area with airborne particles, loud noises, and extreme heat and cold. Personal protection equipment is required when entering manufacturing plant.
• Some office and frequent exposure to computer display.