Night Shift Assembly Supervisor

QXO•Gibsonton, FL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Night Shift Assembly Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating daily assembly operations to ensure production schedules, quality standards, safety requirements, and customer commitments are achieved. This role directs production employees, assigns work based on production priorities and team capabilities, coordinates material and equipment needs, and monitors completed products for quality and accuracy. Working closely with Production, Saw Operations, Yard, Dispatch, Maintenance, and other operational teams, the Assembly Supervisor ensures materials and resources are available to maintain efficient workflow while providing hands-on leadership, training, and support to employees. The ideal candidate is a safety-focused, results-oriented leader with strong problem-solving skills and experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Previous supervisory, lead, or team leadership experience in manufacturing, production, assembly, or related operations preferred
Experience in truss manufacturing, building components, lumber, wood products, or construction materials preferred
Knowledge of truss assembly processes, production workflow, and material handling is a plus
Experience coordinating forklifts, material preparation, saw operations, or finished-product staging preferred
Experience training and developing production employees
Basic computer and production reporting skills preferred
Ability to work assigned day, evening, or night shifts based on operational needs
Overtime and occasional weekend work may be required based on production schedules

Nice To Haves

Strong leadership and team-management skills
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Ability to effectively assign work and balance production workloads
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to read and follow production work orders and instructions
Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively across multiple production and operational departments
Strong commitment to workplace safety
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate daily assembly and production activities to meet established schedules and customer requirements
Assign employees to workstations and production tasks based on workload, production priorities, and individual capabilities
Review work orders and production instructions to ensure jobs are completed accurately and efficiently
Verify required components have been cut and are available before work is released to assembly tables
Monitor production workflow and proactively address missing materials, components, or other issues that could delay production
Coordinate with Saw Operations regarding missing or additional wood components required for assembly
Request production supplies and materials as needed to maintain workflow
Monitor production performance and adjust labor or priorities as operational needs change
Ensure completed work is properly prepared for staging, stacking, and dispatch
Oversee the assembly of trusses and related structural building components according to production drawings and work orders
Coordinate forklift operators supporting assembly operations
Coordinate employees responsible for plate picking and other material preparation activities
Verify required lumber, plates, and components are available before assembly begins
Respond to production employee requests related to missing materials, work orders, equipment, or production requirements
Coordinate with Stackers to ensure finished products are complete, properly organized, and meet quality expectations
Communicate with Dispatch regarding missing or incomplete trusses and finished work orders
Inspect completed assemblies to verify compliance with production drawings, specifications, and company quality standards
Ensure production employees follow established assembly and quality-control procedures
Identify defects, incomplete work, or production discrepancies and coordinate corrective action
Monitor finished products for quality and completeness before they are released for staging or shipment
Promote accuracy throughout the production process to minimize scrap, rework, and customer issues
Provide day-to-day leadership, direction, coaching, and support to assembly employees
Motivate employees to achieve established production, quality, safety, and delivery goals
Train new employees on job responsibilities, production procedures, machinery, equipment, and safe work practices
Monitor employee performance and provide feedback and coaching as appropriate
Track employee working hours, attendance, punctuality, and absenteeism according to company procedures
Promote teamwork, accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement throughout the department
Escalate employee or operational concerns to management as appropriate
Monitor production machinery and equipment for proper operation
Identify and report damaged, malfunctioning, or unsafe machinery and equipment
Coordinate with Maintenance or management regarding equipment repair needs
Ensure workstations and production areas remain clean, organized, and free of unnecessary hazards
Coordinate workstation cleanup throughout the shift and at the completion of production activities
Support efficient utilization of production equipment and resources
Promote and maintain a safety-first culture throughout assembly operations
Ensure employees follow company safety policies, procedures, and established safe work practices
Verify employees consistently wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and other applicable protective equipment
Identify and report unsafe conditions, equipment concerns, accidents, injuries, and near misses
Reinforce proper equipment operation and material-handling practices
Participate in required safety meetings, training, and continuous safety improvement initiatives
Communicate effectively with Production, Dispatch, Yard, Maintenance, and Operations regarding production status and priorities
Identify opportunities to improve workflow, productivity, quality, and operational efficiency
Support continuous improvement activities throughout the production operation
Maintain accurate production, attendance, and operational documentation as required
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned