Night Shift Production Supervisor

Summary/Scope of Role: The Night Shift Supervisor oversees all aspects of production operations during the night shift, ensuring safety, quality, efficiency, and morale are maintained. This role is the primary decision-maker on the floor from shift start to shift end and serves as the direct link between hourly associates and plant leadership.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise a team of hourly production associates, providing direction, coaching, and real-time support throughout the shift.

• Monitor production output against targets; identify and resolve bottlenecks to meet daily schedules and throughput goals.

• Ensure product quality standards are met by monitoring in-process checks and coordinating with quality personnel when defects arise.

• Manage shift staffing including attendance tracking, workstation assignments, cross-training, and break coverage.

• Coordinate with maintenance on equipment issues; escalate breakdowns and complete downtime documentation.

• Complete detailed shift handover reports covering production totals, quality issues, safety incidents, attendance, and equipment status.

• Administer progressive discipline consistently and fairly in accordance with company policy; partner with HR as needed.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience, including 1+ year in a supervisory or lead role

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and hold associates accountable

• Working knowledge of safety regulations (OSHA) and GMP or quality standards

• Proficient in basic computer applications (email, ERP/MES systems, MS Office)

• Ability to work overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays as required

Required Skills/Key Competencies:

Oral communication skills

Manual Dexterity

Written communication skills

Technical communication

Professionalism and Confidentiality

Sound judgment

Attention to detail

Math aptitude

Problem analysis and solving Visual Ability

Collaboration

Teamwork

Sound moral and ethical standards

Highly motivated

Ability to work independently and self-guide task

Exceptional attention to detail