Finishing Plant Supervisor (Swing Shift)

Davis Tool, Inc•Hillsboro, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Davis Tool is expanding and adding a second shift to support their growing metal finishing operations. They are seeking a hands-on Second Shift Supervisor to lead a small team of operators while ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is ready to take ownership of shift performance. The work week is Monday – Friday, with a Swing Shift from 3:15 PM – 11:45 PM, which includes a 5% shift differential. Initial training will occur on Day Shift (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM).

Requirements

Strong understanding of process control, quality standards, and production flow.
Ability to read work orders, specifications, and technical instructions.
Comfortable working in a chemical processing environment.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Good communication and leadership abilities.
Ability to work independently and take ownership of the shift.
A working supervisor who leads by example on the floor.
Someone who can balance production output, quality, and safety.
A leader who can build accountability and teamwork on a small shift.
A proactive thinker who identifies issues before they become problems.

Nice To Haves

Experience in metal finishing
Previous leadership or supervisory experience

Responsibilities

Lead, train and develop a small team of metal finishing operators.
Oversee daily cleaning, anodizing, and zinc plating operations to meet production schedules.
Coordinate workflow, prioritize jobs, and communicate with Day Shift.
Ensure all parts are processed according to specifications and quality standards.
Monitor chemical tanks, line conditions, and process parameters.
Enforce safety procedures, PPE compliance, and environmental requirements.
Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions.
Maintain accurate production and quality records.
Assist Plant Manager with inventory management, quoting jobs and AS9100 compliance.
Support continuous improvement initiatives in efficiency, quality, and safety.