Job Description

Production Supervisor – 2nd Shift

Position Summary

The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily operations during the second shift to ensure production goals and operational objectives are met. This role provides leadership and direction to production employees, promotes a safe and productive work environment, and ensures that quality, efficiency, and delivery expectations are achieved.

The Production Supervisor works closely with employees, management, and other departments to support daily operations, resolve issues, improve processes, and maintain a positive team environment. This position promotes accountability, employee engagement, teamwork, and continuous improvement while ensuring established policies and procedures are followed.

Essential Job Functions

• Supervise and provide direction to production employees to ensure daily operational goals and performance expectations are met.
• Promote a safe work environment by ensuring employees follow established safety procedures and guidelines.
• Monitor production activities to ensure quality standards, productivity goals, and delivery schedules are maintained.
• Provide daily leadership, coaching, and support to employees while promoting teamwork and accountability.
• Ensure proper staffing and workforce coverage to support production requirements throughout the second shift.
• Monitor workflow, material availability, and equipment performance to minimize delays and interruptions.
• Work with other departments to address operational challenges and maintain efficient production processes.
• Monitor production performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and minimize downtime.
• Assist with employee training, development, and performance management.
• Ensure company policies, procedures, and applicable regulations are consistently followed.
• Participate in problem-solving activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate production, labor, attendance, and operational records as required.
• Conduct routine floor inspections to identify and address safety, quality, and production concerns.
• Support equipment readiness and coordinate maintenance needs as necessary.
• Promote a positive work environment built on communication, respect, accountability, and employee development.
• Communicate shift updates, production results, and outstanding issues to appropriate personnel.
• Demonstrate consistent attendance, punctuality, and professionalism.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and other team members.

Other Job Functions

• Assist with special projects and operational improvement initiatives as assigned.
• Support process improvements related to workflow, material handling, and production efficiency.
• Assist with production scheduling, workforce planning, and operational coordination.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings and improvement activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

Education

• Associate degree in manufacturing, business, logistics, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.

Experience

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing, production, warehouse, or similar operational environment preferred.
• Previous leadership, team lead, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience working in a fast-paced production environment is beneficial.

Required Skills

• Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to motivate, coach, and develop employees.
• General understanding of manufacturing and production operations.
• Ability to monitor production performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Basic computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to learn and utilize production, inventory, and business management systems.
• Knowledge of workplace safety practices and quality standards.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with employees and other departments.
• Understanding of production scheduling, workflow, and labor planning.
• Ability to identify inefficiencies and recommend practical solutions.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, productive, and positive work environment.