Production Supervisor - Night Shift

Henderson Group Recruiting; Olyphant (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Group in Olyphant, PA is seeking a Production Supervisor for the night shift to oversee manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery. The role requires 3–5 years in manufacturing, strong leadership, training coordination, and a solid understanding of GMP, 5S and CI methodologies.

You will lead a team, manage schedules, and drive continuous improvement across the line. This is a hands-on leadership role offering meaningful responsibility and a comprehensive

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and organizational abilities.
• Ability to assess employee skills and coordinate training.
• Excellent communication across organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a night shift team with task assignments and attendance.
• Oversee production line activities ensuring quality and timely goals.
• Monitor KPIs to meet shift quality and delivery objectives.
• Facilitate employee training and development.
• Ensure GMP compliance and 5S/CI standards.
• Plan shifts and coordinate handovers for efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Training coordination

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety compliance

Continuous improvement

Manufacturing knowledge

Resource management

Education

Vocational or associate degree in a technical field

Tools

Production equipment

5S

GMP

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