Production Supervisor - MIDNIGHT Shift

Itape; Marysville, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Itape in Marysville, MI is seeking a Production Supervisor for the Midnight Shift to lead daily manufacturing operations and ensure safe, efficient production. You will oversee hourly staff, coordinate materials, and drive quality and output targets while adhering to safety and company policies.

The role requires a engineering-related degree with 2+ years of manufacturing leadership, strong communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required or equivalent work experience.
• At least 2 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous leadership experience (Team Lead or supervisor) strongly preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt strongly preferred.
• Ability to supervise a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office and ERP software.

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise, and direct daily production operations for the shift and resolve issues to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate materials, tooling, and workforce to meet production and quality goals.
• Coach and motivate hourly staff and manage performance and training.
• Participate in hourly employee selection and interviews.
• Oversee safety, housekeeping, and adherence to rules and procedures.
• Lead cost-reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Handle payroll hours approval and production reporting tasks.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Conflict resolution

Lean Six Sigma Belt

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Description

Title: Production Supervisor- MIDNIGHT SHIFT

Department: Operations

Immediate Supervisor: Operations Manager

Status: Exempt Salaried

Position Purpose: Accomplishes manufacturing objectives by supervising, organizing and coordinating production efforts. Ensure the safe operation of equipment and processes to ensure the safety of employees.

Principle Accountabilities

• Plans, supervises, and directs daily production operations with an ability to anticipate and alleviate production problems, such as material shortages, equipment malfunctions, and employee-related situations, to minimize loss of work hours and achieve production and quality goals for the shift.
• Utilizes skills, work hours, materials, and workflow to achieve production and quality objectives. Exchanges timely information with other supervisors, internal and external to the designated department, on product flow, and workforce needs.
• Coaches, instructs, trains, orients, and motivates employees to achieve production and quality objectives in a safe and effective manner. Initiates and manages departmental teams to achieve desired goals.
• Primarily responsible for coaching and developing hourly employees utilizing the hourly certification system for production departments.
• Participates in the selection and interview processes to fill hourly employee positions.
• Appraises employee performance, including recommending promotions, transfers, and work assignments.
• Initiates efforts to introduce cost reductions, work simplifications, and continuous improvements in methods or equipment.
• Supervises and leads departmental safety and housekeeping practices and maintains a constant alert for hazardous conditions, including responding to emergency situations on an as-needed basis.
• Educates employees and enforces company rules and regulations, including but not limited to, safety rules and regulations, policies and procedures, production, and quality expectations. Assists Human Resources in disciplinary procedures where necessary.
• Leads and participates in company-sponsored activities such as training, site projects, and safety programs.
• Primarily responsible for production-related administrative tasks such as payroll hours approval, reporting, and associated tasks.
• Related tasks as requested by supervisor

Essential Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field or equivalent work experience
• At least 2 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous leadership experience in a role such as Team Lead or supervisor strongly preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional motivator, skilled in leading teams and conflict resolution skills.
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt strongly preferred
• Ability to supervise fast-paced industrial environment
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite, and ERP software, required