Production Supervisor (3rd Shift)

Aquila Talent; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquila Talent seeks an experienced Production Supervisor to lead night-shift manufacturing in a high-volume, regulated environment. You will drive daily activities, ensure safety and compliance, and optimize labor and equipment utilization.

You will supervise hourly teams, coach operators, and ensure procedures and records reflect current practices, while coordinating with Quality to address discrepancies and improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to supervise and develop hourly production teams.
• Comfortable providing clear instructions, feedback, and operational reporting.
• Proficient with basic computer applications (word processing, spreadsheets, production or inventory systems).
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedules or shifts as operational needs require.
• Basic mathematical aptitude for production and data review.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all manufacturing activities on the assigned shift.
• Ensure strict adherence to site safety programs and regulatory requirements; promote a culture of compliance.
• Execute production plans to meet schedule commitments and optimize labor and equipment use.
• Monitor production performance and address schedule deviations or disruptions.
• Ensure activities follow established procedures and approved documentation.
• Investigate production discrepancies with Quality to document issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and controlled startup after cleaning or maintenance.
• Author and revise operating procedures and production records.
• Review quality data and adjust conditions to ensure consistent outcomes.
• Train and qualify operators; evaluate performance via coaching and reviews.
• Communicate expectations and performance through handoffs, meetings, and 1:1 discussions.
• Manage staffing levels, attendance, and scheduling to support production needs.

Skills

leadership

supervision

organizational

planning

problem solving

communication

training

coaching

data review

Education

Associate degree + 4+ years manufacturing experience

Bachelor's degree + 2+ years manufacturing experience

7+ years manufacturing experience (no degree)

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Production systems

Inventory systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead day‑to‑day manufacturing activities on night shift within a regulated, high‑volume production environment.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all manufacturing activities on the assigned shift
• Ensure strict adherence to site safety programs and regulatory requirements; promote a strong culture of compliance and accountability
• Execute production plans to meet schedule commitments and optimize utilization of labor and equipment
• Monitor production performance and promptly communicate and address schedule deviations or operational disruptions
• Ensure manufacturing activities are performed in accordance with established procedures and approved documentation
• Investigate production discrepancies and partner with Quality to document issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organization, and controlled startup following cleaning or maintenance activities
• Author and revise operating procedures and production records to accurately reflect current manufacturing practices
• Review quality data and adjust operating conditions within approved parameters to ensure consistent outcomes
• Train and qualify operators on standard procedures; evaluate performance through coaching, proficiency checks, and formal reviews
• Communicate expectations, issues, and performance through shift handoffs, team meetings, and one‑on‑one discussions
• Manage staffing levels, attendance, and scheduling to support production requirements

Qualifications

• One of the following combinations:
• Associate’s degree with 4+ years of manufacturing experience
• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of manufacturing experience
• 7+ years of progressive manufacturing experience without a degree
• Prior experience in a regulated manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to supervise and develop hourly production teams
• Comfortable providing clear instructions, feedback, and operational reporting
• Proficient with basic computer applications (word processing, spreadsheets, production or inventory systems)
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work flexible schedules or shifts as operational needs require
• Basic mathematical aptitude for production and data review

Physical & Work Requirements

• Regular presence within production and operations areas
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform hands‑on activities throughout the shift
• Ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds
• Visual capability to perform detailed work, monitor equipment, and review documentation
• Reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals