Production Supervisor - Night Shift

Kingfisher Recruiting; Olyphant (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Kingfisher Recruiting seeks a 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 night shift team, manage tasks and performance, maintain GMP/compliance, and coordinate training to meet production goals. A strong focus on safety, quality, and efficiency is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Leadership and people management experience.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication with all levels of the organization.
• Solid knowledge of safety procedures and GMP compliance.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise night shift team; assign tasks and track performance.
• Oversee production line activities; ensure equipment runs and quality targets are met.
• Monitor KPIs to hit quality and delivery goals.
• Facilitate training and development; upskill team members.
• Ensure GMP compliance and 5S/CI practices.
• Identify and resolve production issues and drive improvements.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide feedback.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Safety compliance

Continuous Improvement

Education

Technical associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Manufacturing equipment knowledge

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