Manufacturing Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Great Day Improvements: A Family of Brands•Walton Hills, OH

1h•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Great Day Improvements is hiring a Manufacturing Production Supervisor to lead departmental operations at its Walton Hills, Ohio facility. This on-site, second-shift role is responsible for achieving safety, quality, productivity, inventory, and delivery objectives. The supervisor provides direct leadership to Team Leads and employees, ensures production schedules are met and company policies and procedures are followed, and promotes accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The stated salary range is $65,000–$75,000 per year, based on qualifications and experience. The regular second-shift schedule is Monday through Friday, 1:30 PM–11:00 PM. Supervisors are expected to work the hours necessary to support operations, production requirements, employee development, and business needs; scheduled hours, shifts, and workdays may change based on operational demands. This is a working supervisor position. The supervisor is expected to be on their feet at least 50% of the time monitoring and assisting direct reports, and must be able to lift 50 pounds as needed when loading and unloading trucks. The position is described as 45–50 hours per week. GDI offers paid vacation/personal time, health care options including an HSA option with a company match, and a 401(k) option with a company contribution.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least five years of progressive manufacturing experience.
Ability to motivate, develop, coach, and direct employees in a manufacturing environment.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to lead a diverse workforce and foster a positive team environment.
Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple responsibilities, and delegate effectively.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, power tools, and safe work practices.
Ability to understand, interpret, and enforce company policies, procedures, and work standards.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and timekeeping or manufacturing software systems.
Reliability, professionalism, and dependability.
Commitment to continuous improvement, employee development, and operational excellence.
Ability to be on their feet at least 50% of the time and lift 50 pounds as needed.

Nice To Haves

Prior leadership, Team Lead, or supervisory experience.
Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience.

Responsibilities

Lead daily departmental operations to meet safety, quality, productivity, attendance, scrap, inventory, and on-time delivery goals.
Set daily production priorities, communicate expectations, and coordinate labor resources to meet production requirements.
Monitor production performance throughout the shift and take corrective action as needed.
Ensure compliance with safety policies, address hazards, report incidents, and promote a proactive safety culture.
Identify operational issues and implement corrective actions through root cause analysis and continuous improvement.
Coordinate manufacturing activities and priorities with plant leadership and other departments.
Inspect materials, products, and equipment for quality concerns, defects, or malfunctions and ensure corrective action is taken.
Observe work processes to ensure compliance with production standards, quality requirements, and company procedures.
Support onboarding, training, and cross-training with Team Leads.
Coach, mentor, develop, and provide performance feedback to Team Leads and employees.
Monitor attendance and allocate labor to meet production schedules and departmental objectives.
Maintain workplace organization, cleanliness, visual management, and safety under 5S+1 principles.
Promote accountability, teamwork, respect, and engagement; address employee concerns and maintain positive employee relations.
Conduct regular coaching and performance evaluations, manage attendance, and take corrective action when necessary.
Participate in leadership meetings to review performance and address safety, quality, labor, and production challenges.
Lead by example and demonstrate expected behaviors, professionalism, and work ethic.
Perform other duties as assigned.