Production Supervisor - Night Shift

Modern Machining Solutions Inc; Olyphant (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Modern Machining Solutions Inc is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor for the night shift in Olyphant, PA. The role oversees production operations, ensures safety and quality, and drives continuous improvement.

You will lead a team, manage tasks, monitor KPIs, and coordinate training to sustain optimal performance and on-time delivery while maintaining GMP compliance and 5S standards.

Qualifications

• Leadership and team supervision abilities.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication across all levels of the organization.
• Experience coordinating training and development.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and resource management.
• Familiarity with GMP and 5S/CI principles.
• Ability to monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a night-shift team with task assignments and attendance tracking.
• Oversee production line activities, ensure equipment functionality and quality targets.
• Monitor KPIs and report on shift quality and delivery objectives.
• Train and develop team members to meet operational standards.
• Maintain GMP compliance and 5S/CI practices across areas.
• Identify and resolve production issues to drive continuous improvement.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Support shift planning, handovers, and scheduling.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Problem-solving

Communication

Training coordination

Quality & GMP

Education

Vocational or associate degree in a technical field

Tools

Production equipment

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