Second-Shift Production Manager — Drive Efficiency & Safety

Alliance Compressors LLC; Natchitoches (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Job summary

Copeland in Natchitoches, LA seeks a Production/Manufacturing Manager to oversee second shift operations, leading a team of two salaried supervisors and 50–60 hourly employees. You will drive productivity, uphold quality, and promote safety while coordinating across maintenance, engineering, and quality teams.

The role requires strong leadership, eight years of supervisory experience in high-volume manufacturing, and a proven track record of continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Eight years of experience as a Production Supervisor in a large, high-volume manufacturing setting.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate a diverse team.
• Proven track record of driving operational excellence and meeting targets.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and manufacturing reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of supervisors and hourly workers to achieve production targets.
• Monitor metrics, identify bottlenecks, and implement improvements.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering and quality to minimize downtime.
• Lead shift meetings and enforce safety protocols.
• Ensure proper documentation and compliance with procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing experience

Lean manufacturing

Safety & compliance

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Excel

Manufacturing software

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Excel

MS Word

Manufacturing software

Job description

Copeland in Natchitoches, LA seeks a Production/Manufacturing Manager to oversee second shift operations, leading a team of two salaried supervisors and 50–60 hourly employees. You will drive productivity, uphold quality, and promote safety while coordinating across maintenance, engineering, and quality teams.

The role requires strong leadership, eight years of supervisory experience in high-volume manufacturing, and a proven track record of continuous improvement.