Night Supervisor, Production

LAKE CABLE, LLC•Valparaiso, IN

2d•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Lake Cable is seeking a Night Supervisor, Production to lead and oversee production, quality, safety, materials management, and distribution, ensuring an efficient, safe, and cost-effective operation. This role involves working with the Plant Manager to meet short and long-range business goals in a leading manufacturer of low voltage, industrial power, utility, custom OEM, and broadcast-quality cables, all produced in the United States. Lake Cable is a privately-owned family business with over 450 employees and five facilities in the Midwest, fostering a culture where team member success is a top priority, offering competitive benefits and paths to advancement. The company is committed to sustainability, community involvement, and ethical business practices.

Requirements

Knowledge of the various types of wire and cable produced, all raw materials; familiarity with the production equipment; and an understanding of the manufacturing processes – extrusion, cabling, and rewind
Knowledge of applicable safety, health, and environment requirements for performing the job
Knowledge of and experience with 5 whys, process flow, theory of constraints
Demonstrated leadership skills, the ability to motivate, develop, direct, and evaluate the work of subordinates
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment, multi-task, prioritize, and resolve problems
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to use logic in identifying the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
Excellent interpersonal, listening, and communication skills, both verbal and written
Efficient time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail
Proficient using Microsoft Office applications – Outlook, Word, and Excel, and the Rubicon system
High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience working in an industrial manufacturing environment.
Three to five years of experience working in a manufacturing environment
Must be able to effectively communicate with personnel
Ability to safely operate a forklift

Nice To Haves

Some coursework leading to an Associate’s degree in Production Management or a related discipline, preferred
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
May be requested to perform over-time activities.

Responsibilities

Manage daily operations
Provide hands-on leadership, motivation, direction, and supervision to the plant employees
Communicate business goals and objectives to staff
Manage the production schedule, supply of materials, labor, and the efficient use of machines to meet manufacturing and customer requirements
Assess the plant’s KPIs – production goals, quality, safety, distribution of work, scrap, and speed of machines
Champion Continuous Improvement looking always to improve operations and processes to become more efficient
Ensure that product is manufactured and delivered on time and in compliance with internal, external, and customer specifications
Cross-trained to work any position within the facility
Coordinates and reviews training of new employees
Evaluates employees for additional training or retraining requirements
Understanding of ISO requirements pertaining to the production process, assuring proper actions are taken if non-conforming product is made or detected