Third-Shift Manufacturing Manager - Safety & Efficiency

Henderson Group Recruiting; Sandston (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Group Recruiting is seeking a Manufacturing Manager for the Third Shift in Sandston, VA. The role oversees daily shift operations, coaching frontline leaders and production staff to meet safety, quality, and efficiency targets on a third shift.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills, plus experience in regulated or food/beverage environments. This on-site role emphasizes safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 3–5 years manufacturing/ops experience.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in business, supply chain, or ops management.
• Experience supervising salaried and hourly staff; 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 and process interruptions.
• Support preventive maintenance activities and ensure safe equipment use.
• Train new employees on equipment operation and standard work practices.
• Apply continuous improvement methods to strengthen efficiency, quality, and performance.
• Hold team meetings to drive accountability, collaboration, and engagement.
• Manage employee performance through regular feedback and coaching.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain, operations management, or related field

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

Henderson Group Recruiting is seeking a Manufacturing Manager for the Third Shift in Sandston, VA. The role oversees daily shift operations, coaching frontline leaders and production staff to meet safety, quality, and efficiency targets on a third shift.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills, plus experience in regulated or food/beverage environments. This on-site role emphasizes safety and continuous improvement.