Production Supervisor - Night Shift

H.T. Prof Executive Search; Olyphant (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group in Olyphant, PA is seeking a dynamic Production Supervisor for the night shift to oversee production operations, safeguard safety and quality, and drive key performance targets.

Lead a team, assign tasks, track performance, manage absences, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining GMP compliance, 5S standards, and continuous improvement efforts. You will coach staff, conduct regular reviews, and coordinate shift handovers to sustain an efficient, high-performing operation.

Qualifications

• Vocational or associate degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience.
• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in assessing employee skills and coordinating training efforts.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills at all levels of the organization.
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing processes and resource management.
• Strong understanding of safety procedures and compliance standards.
• Familiarity with production equipment and technical operations.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team, managing task assignments, performance tracking, and absences.
• Oversee production line activities, ensuring equipment functionality and quality.
• Monitor and report on KPIs to meet shift quality and delivery goals.
• Facilitate employee training and development to meet standards.
• Ensure continuous quality monitoring and initiate corrective actions for deviations.
• Identify and resolve production issues, driving continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Encourage a high-performance culture through coaching and development.
• Contribute to operational planning by evaluating shift performance and resources.
• Coordinate shift handovers and manage personnel schedules.
• Ensure GMP compliance and maintain areas per 5S and CI methodologies.
• Perform additional duties as required within the scope of the role.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Training coordination

Safety awareness

Education

Vocational or associate degree in a technical field

Tools

Production equipment knowledge

5S / Lean tools

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Production Supervisor to join the night shift team in Olyphant. This pivotal role involves overseeing production operations to achieve key performance targets, while ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team, managing task assignments, performance tracking, and absences to ensure seamless operations.
• Oversee production line activities, ensuring equipment functionality, adherence to quality standards, and timely achievement of production goals.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators to meet shift-level quality and delivery objectives.
• Facilitate employee training and development, ensuring team members are equipped with necessary skills to meet operational standards.
• Ensure continuous quality monitoring and initiate corrective actions for any deviations from standards.
• Identify and resolve production issues, promoting continuous improvement and process enhancements.
• Conduct regular performance reviews, offering constructive feedback and supporting professional growth.
• Encourage a high-performance culture through coaching and development aligned with training strategies.
• Contribute to operational planning by evaluating shift-level performance and resource availability.
• Coordinate shift handovers and manage personnel schedules to maintain operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and maintain areas according to 5S and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Perform additional duties as required within the scope of the position.

Qualifications

• Vocational or associate degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in assessing employee skills and coordinating training efforts.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills at all organizational levels.
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing processes and resource management.
• Strong understanding of safety procedures and compliance standards.
• Familiarity with production equipment and technical operations.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement methodologies.

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package