Second Shift Supervisor

Zilks Plus Resources LLC•Kyle, TX

1d•$50,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

As Production Shift Manager, you will lead and oversee all production activities during your assigned shift, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for executing daily production plans, driving team performance, maintaining compliance with food safety standards, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. You will serve as the primary point of contact for frontline production staff and play a critical role in achieving operational targets.

Requirements

3–5+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably in food production.
2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience in a production environment.
Strong understanding of production processes, safety, and quality standards.
Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles preferred.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead, supervise, and develop production supervisors and hourly team members during assigned shift.
Execute daily production schedules to meet customer demand and company targets.
Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and food safety standards at all times.
Monitor production performance and address issues in real time to minimize downtime.
Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, and Warehouse teams to ensure smooth operations.
Drive accountability and performance through clear communication and leadership presence.
Achieve ≥95% schedule attainment for assigned shift production plans.
Monitor and improve line efficiency, uptime, and labor productivity.
Reduce downtime through proactive issue resolution and coordination with Maintenance.
Ensure proper staffing and line balancing to meet throughput goals.
Support implementation and sustainment of Lean Manufacturing practices (5S, Standard Work).
Identify and escalate process improvement opportunities.
Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement initiatives.
Drive waste reduction and operational efficiencies on the production floor.
Ensure strict adherence to SQF/HACCP, GMP, and sanitation requirements.
Monitor product quality and take immediate corrective action when issues arise.
Support audit readiness and maintain compliance with all regulatory standards.
Ensure proper documentation and traceability of production activities.
Support labor efficiency by managing staffing levels and productivity.
Minimize waste, rework, and product loss during shift operations.
Follow production plans to align with cost and budget expectations.
Lead by example to promote a positive, high-performance team culture.
Train, coach, and develop frontline employees and supervisors.
Ensure completion of required training for all team members.
Address employee relations issues in a timely and professional manner.
Support employee engagement and retention efforts.
Enforce all safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
Achieve zero lost-time incidents and reduce safety risks.
Ensure proper reporting and investigation of incidents.
Conduct regular safety checks and promote a culture of safety awareness.