Production Supervisor - Night Shift

The Recruiting Hive; Olyphant (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The Recruiting Hive is seeking a dynamic Production Supervisor to lead the night shift in Olyphant. This role focuses on overseeing production operations to meet performance targets while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will supervise a team, manage tasks, monitor KPIs, and drive continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has leadership experience, strong communication, and a solid background in manufacturing processes with a commitment to GMP and 5S standards.

Qualifications

• Requires 3–5 years of manufacturing experience.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Ability to assess employee skills and coordinate training.
• Excellent communication across all levels of the organization.
• Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes and resource management.
• Strong safety mindset and GMP/compliance understanding.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a night shift team; manage task assignments and absences to ensure smooth operations.
• Oversee production line activities; ensure equipment functionality, quality standards, and timely production goals.
• Monitor KPIs and report on shift quality and delivery objectives.
• Facilitate training and development to elevate team capabilities.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Promote a high-performance culture through coaching and development.
• Assist in operational planning and evaluate shift-level performance and resource availability.
• Coordinate shift handovers and manage personnel schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Training coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Manufacturing process knowledge

Safety and GMP awareness

5S & CI familiarity

Education

Vocational or associate degree in a technical field

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