Third-Shift Manufacturing Manager: Lead Safety & Lean Ops

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

Job summary

LRSolutions, LLC in Sandston, VA is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to lead the third shift. You will direct daily operations, coach frontline supervisors, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time production while aligning with lean practices.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, staff development, and collaboration with maintenance and quality teams to resolve issues and meet cost targets during overnight hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing operations and shift supervision.
• Experience supervising salaried and hourly employees.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and quality systems.
• Proficiency with MS Office and production/ERP systems.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop employees to meet operational goals and maintain a safe, productive work environment.
• Communicate performance expectations, production priorities, quality standards, and company policies.
• Monitor production, quality, and maintenance performance; prepare reports and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate staffing, schedules, workflow, and resource allocation to meet production requirements.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve equipment issues, process interruptions, and other operational challenges.
• Support preventive maintenance activities and ensure employees use equipment safely.
• Train new employees on equipment operation, procedures, and standard work practices.
• Apply continuous improvement methods to strengthen efficiency, quality, and overall performance.
• Conduct team meetings that encourage accountability, collaboration, and employee engagement.
• Manage employee performance through regular feedback, coaching, and training.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching and development

Effective communication

Problem solving

Organization & prioritization

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma principles

MS Office / ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Production software

Job description

LRSolutions, LLC in Sandston, VA is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to lead the third shift. You will direct daily operations, coach frontline supervisors, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time production while aligning with lean practices.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, staff development, and collaboration with maintenance and quality teams to resolve issues and meet cost targets during overnight hours.