Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

RegO® Products; Whitsett (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RegO® Products in North Carolina seeks a Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift (Mon-Thu 2:30pm–1:00am) to lead production teams and drive safety, quality, delivery, and productivity. The role emphasizes accountability, employee development, and continuous improvement through Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma practices.

The ideal candidate combines hands-on leadership with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, fostering an inclusive and engaged workplace culture that motivates teams to

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business, Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management.
• Five (5) or more years of experience in production, with 1–2 years leading a team in manufacturing.
• Experience with ATM, Shop Floor Plus, AS400, or Infor XA systems.
• Lean Six Sigma certification or demonstrated experience leading continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop production employees and team leads to achieve operational goals while fostering safety, respect, inclusion, accountability, and learning.
• Create an engaging work environment where diverse employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute ideas.
• Direct and coordinate daily production activities, review work orders, schedule resources, and establish priorities to meet goals.
• Monitor production performance and resource utilization to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations.
• Champion Lean/Six Sigma/Kaizen to improve safety, quality, productivity, and employee engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Lean Manufacturing

Kaizen

Six Sigma

Employee Development

Teamwork

Change Management

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in business, Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management

Tools

ATM

Shop Floor Plus

AS400

Infor XA

Excel

Word

Job description

The Production Supervisor (2nd shift schedule is Monday - Thursday 2:30pm to 1:00am) plays a critical leadership role in driving operational excellence while fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture. This position is responsible for leading production teams to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives while developing employees, promoting accountability, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, along with a passion for continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and employee development initiatives. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader who values teamwork, embraces change, and is committed to developing diverse talent. They will inspire engagement, encourage innovation, and cultivate a culture where employees feel respected, empowered, and motivated to contribute to organizational success.

What You’ll Do

Leadership & Culture

• Lead, coach, and develop production employees and team leads to achieve operational goals while fostering a culture of safety, respect, inclusion, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Create an engaging work environment where employees from diverse backgrounds feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their ideas and talents.
• Build strong relationships with team members through regular communication, feedback, recognition, and performance coaching.
• Promote a positive employee experience by addressing concerns proactively, resolving conflicts effectively, and encouraging collaboration across teams.
• Support talent development through training, cross‑training, skills advancement, succession planning, and continuous feedback.

Operations Management

• Direct and coordinate daily production activities, including reviewing work orders, scheduling resources, establishing priorities, and ensuring production goals are achieved.
• Monitor production performance and resource utilization to ensure safe, efficient, and cost‑effective operations.
• Conduct regular floor audits and Gemba walks to assess safety, quality, productivity, and process adherence while identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, and other departments to resolve challenges and improve performance.
• Facilitate timely processing and shipment of customer orders while maintaining quality and delivery standards.

Continuous Improvement

• Champion Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen principles to improve safety, quality, productivity, and employee engagement.
• Encourage employee participation in continuous improvement efforts and foster a culture where ideas for improvement are welcomed and acted upon.
• Analyze operational metrics and trends to identify root causes, eliminate waste, improve workflows, and drive sustainable process improvements.
• Lead and support improvement projects that enhance operational efficiency, product quality, and customer satisfaction.

Performance & Administration

• Maintain employee attendance, payroll, production, and performance records accurately and timely.
• Utilize systems such as ATM, Shop Floor Plus, AS400, Infor XA, Excel, and Word to monitor production activities and report results.
• Maintain and communicate performance metrics through visual management tools, communication boards, and team meetings.
• Participate in SQDIP, safety, and operational meetings, providing updates, recommendations, and leadership support.
• Support hiring, performance evaluations, promotions, disciplinary actions, and employee recognition initiatives.

What You’ll Bring

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business, Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Five (5) or more years of experience in production, with at least 1-2 years in leading a team within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ATM, Shop Floor Plus, AS400, or Infor XA systems.
• Lean Six Sigma certification or demonstrated experience leading continuous improvement initiatives.