Second Shift Shop Operations Supervisor / Manufacturing

Weatherford; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Weatherford seeks a hands-on Production Lead to supervise daily operations and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This second-shift role supports safety, quality, and operational excellence with a start around 4:00 PM and a 9-hour shift.

You will schedule, coach, and develop staff, manage production costs, and report key metrics, while collaborating with stakeholders to sustain accountability and high performance.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years in manufacturing with 5+ years in machining operations
• 5 years of supervisory/leadership experience
• Experience with LEAN manufacturing and 5S practices
• Strong communication and training abilities
• Proficiency with office software for reporting and planning
• Ability to manage budgets and control costs
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and respond to emergencies
• Experience with time and attendance systems and ERP software

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production activities, establish work schedules, monitor team performance
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies, quality standards, ISO requirements, and regulatory guidelines
• Plan production schedules, manage workflow bottlenecks, requisition supplies
• Train, coach, and develop employees on safety procedures and quality standards
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives including 5S and LEAN manufacturing
• Monitor and control production costs and departmental budgets
• Conduct performance reviews and assist in recruitment of production staff
• Provide regular reporting on productivity, quality, output, and safety
• Foster effective communication with internal stakeholders and maintain accountability

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Supervisory/leadership

Communication skills

Training and coaching

Budgeting and cost control

LEAN and 5S knowledge

Physical capability

Timekeeping/attendance systems

JDE / ERP knowledge

Education

Associate degree / 2 years college

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

JDE / ERP systems

Job description

Lead and supervise production operations to ensure efficient manufacturing of company products while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence. This role requires a hands-on leader who can drive continuous improvement, develop team members, and deliver results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Second Shift: This is a second shift position. Start time will vary according to operational demands. Typical start time is 4:00 PM, followed by a 9-hour shift.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production activities, establish work schedules, and monitor team performance to meet delivery commitments
• Ensure compliance with all HSE policies, quality standards, ISO requirements, and regulatory guidelines
• Plan production schedules, manage workflow bottlenecks, and requisition supplies to optimize efficiency
• Train, coach, and develop employees on safety procedures (JSAs), quality standards, and best operational practices
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives including 5S, LEAN manufacturing, scrap reduction, and productivity enhancements
• Monitor and control production costs, reduce variances, and manage departmental budgets effectively
• Conduct performance reviews, administer corrective actions, and participate in recruitment of production staff
• Provide regular reporting on key metrics including productivity, quality, output, and safety performance
• Foster effective communication with internal stakeholders and maintain a culture of accountability and excellence

Skills / Education

• 5-7 years of manufacturing experience with 5+ years in machining operations
• 5 years of supervisory/leadership experience
• Strong machining and manufacturing process knowledge
• Proven ability to train, coach, and lead improvement activities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to manage budgets and control cost of goods sold
• Physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds and respond to emergency situations
• Associate degree or 2 years of college education
• Experience with time and attendance systems, JDE (or equivalent ERP), and LEAN methodologies