Production Supervisor - Night Shift

ExcelliSearch, Inc.; Olyphant (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

ExcelliSearch, Inc. seeks a Production Supervisor to lead the night shift in Olyphant, overseeing production operations to meet KPIs while upholding safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include supervising a team, coordinating training, ensuring GMP/5S compliance, and driving continuous improvement across the line to achieve production goals.

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team, managing task assignments, performance tracking, and absences.
• Oversee production line activities, ensuring equipment functionality, quality standards, and timely goals.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators to meet shift targets.
• Facilitate employee training and development for operational standards.
• Ensure continuous quality monitoring and initiate corrective actions for deviations.
• Identify and resolve production issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback for growth.
• Promote 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 for efficiency.
• Ensure GMP compliance and maintain 5S and CI methodologies.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Training coordination

Communication

Safety procedures

Manufacturing processes

Equipment familiarity

Continuous improvement

Team coaching

Education

Associate degree in 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