Third-Shift Manufacturing Manager — Lead Operations

KingRecruitingServices; Sandston (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

KingRecruitingServices in Sandston, VA seeks a Manufacturing Manager to lead third-shift operations, driving safety, quality and continuous improvement. You will develop frontline leaders and production teams, coordinating production, quality, and maintenance to meet safety, efficiency, service and cost goals.

The role emphasizes daily/weekly/monthly performance expectations, and requires strong leadership and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years of relevant manufacturing or operational experience.
• Experience supervising salaried and hourly employees.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with quality management systems, Lean and Six Sigma.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and production/ERP/WMS tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop employees to meet goals while maintaining safety.
• Communicate performance expectations and production priorities.
• Monitor production quality and maintenance performance; report findings.
• Coordinate staffing, schedules, workflow, and resources.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve equipment issues.
• Support preventive maintenance and safe equipment use.
• Train new employees on equipment, procedures, and standard work.
• Apply continuous improvement methods to boost efficiency and quality.
• Conduct team meetings that foster accountability and engagement.
• Manage employee performance through feedback and coaching.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

ERP systems

Office software

Attention to detail

Team coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration

Tools

ERP systems

WFM systems

Production software

Job description

KingRecruitingServices in Sandston, VA seeks a Manufacturing Manager to lead third-shift operations, driving safety, quality and continuous improvement. You will develop frontline leaders and production teams, coordinating production, quality, and maintenance to meet safety, efficiency, service and cost goals.

The role emphasizes daily/weekly/monthly performance expectations, and requires strong leadership and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced setting.