Weekend Manufacturing Lead - Lean, Safety & Growth

Galvion LTD; Newport (VT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Galvion is seeking an experienced Supervisor I, Manufacturing to join our Newport, Vermont plant operations team. This hands-on leadership role oversees safe, efficient production and quality, directs Team Leads, and coordinates staffing for the weekend shift (Fri–Sun, 5am–5pm).

You will coach and develop employees, drive safety culture, and support Lean Manufacturing and 6S initiatives. The role requires strong communication, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement in

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Business, Management, Manufacturing, or related field or equivalent.
• 5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop employees in a fast-paced production environment.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Mechanical aptitude and injection molding experience are a plus.
• Military experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership and direction to manufacturing employees and Team Leads.
• Coordinate staffing, employee assignments, and daily production priorities.
• Monitor production schedules and performance to ensure customer and operational requirements are met.
• Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, accountability, and teamwork.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and 6S initiatives focused on improving efficiency, safety, and workplace conditions.
• Coach, train, and develop employees while supporting cross-training and employee growth.
• Monitor departmental performance metrics and communicate issues and opportunities to leadership.
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Human Resources, and other departments to resolve problems and improve processes.
• Ensure manufacturing activities comply with company policies, SOPs, Work Instructions, and applicable safety requirements.
• Identify and communicate equipment, process, staffing, and performance issues that may impact production or departmental goals.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team development

Lean Manufacturing

ERP systems

MS Office

Attention to detail

Injection molding experience

Military experience

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Galvion is seeking an experienced Supervisor I, Manufacturing to join our Newport, Vermont plant operations team. This hands-on leadership role oversees safe, efficient production and quality, directs Team Leads, and coordinates staffing for the weekend shift (Fri–Sun, 5am–5pm).

You will coach and develop employees, drive safety culture, and support Lean Manufacturing and 6S initiatives. The role requires strong communication, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement in