Second-Shift Manufacturing Lead - Drive Efficiency

Astronova,-Inc.; Crompton (RI); On-site; USD 67,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Astronova, Inc. in Warwick, RI is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift to oversee all second-shift operations and ensure efficient production of our media products.

The role requires a high school diploma (associate or bachelor preferred) with manufacturing experience and leadership ability. Responsibilities include supervising manufacturing, packaging, warehousing, safety, training, and shift planning.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Four or more years of work experience in a manufacturing environment, including management responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the manufacturing, packaging, and warehousing of all related media products on second shift in accordance with established procedures and specifications.
• Monitor all second shift team member activity and coach them effectively as needed.
• Practice and enforce safety practices regarding work place activity and use of equipment.
• Provide on-the-job training to manufacturing, packaging, and warehousing personnel as required.
• Assign work schedule to the various work centers on a timely basis to assure proper machinery and labor utilization.
• Interface with Production Management, Production Planning, Quality Assurance, and Machine Maintenance team members as needed.
• Demonstrate knowledge of all essential manufacturing, packaging, and warehouse processes, machinery, and equipment.
• Use analytical skills to monitor production output and check for compliance with specifications.
• Use critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including ability to spot issues in efficiency and productivity and suggest improvements.
• Generate and submit reports on employee performance and progress.
• Use coaching and training skills to onboard new employees, including instruction on safe behavior in all aspects of the job.
• Participate in hiring process for new team members

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Astronova, Inc. in Warwick, RI is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift to oversee all second-shift operations and ensure efficient production of our media products.

The role requires a high school diploma (associate or bachelor preferred) with manufacturing experience and leadership ability. Responsibilities include supervising manufacturing, packaging, warehousing, safety, training, and shift planning.