Production Supervisor 2nd Shift

Donna Cornell Enterprises•Sullivan County, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor leads second-shift manufacturing operations for a long-established manufacturer of custom-machined aerospace and industrial products. The role oversees production employees and ensures production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements are met. The supervisor assigns and monitors work, supports machine setup and troubleshooting, coordinates with other departments, and maintains accurate operational records. The position is located in Sullivan County, New York, and requires the employee to be local and within commuting distance; relocation is not offered. Candidates must be U.S. citizens or ITAR certified.

Requirements

Five or more years of manufacturing or production experience, including at least two years in a lead or supervisory role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working knowledge of production processes, machine setup, inspection practices, and basic equipment troubleshooting.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, job orders, specifications, and work instructions.
Strong leadership and communication skills, including the ability to provide clear direction, work effectively with employees, and address production issues promptly.
Ability to use production systems, email, and Microsoft Office applications and maintain accurate records.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be a U.S. citizen or ITAR certified.
Must live within commuting distance; relocation is not offered.

Nice To Haves

Technical training or coursework in manufacturing or supervision.

Responsibilities

Assign daily work according to production schedules and priorities, ensuring employees have the necessary materials, tools, drawings, and instructions.
Review job orders, blueprints, work instructions, and quality requirements with employees before production begins.
Monitor production and address delays, equipment downtime, scrap, rework, and quality issues.
Provide hands-on support with machine setup, process adjustments, and troubleshooting.
Ensure employees follow production procedures, meet quality specifications, and comply with company policies and safety requirements.
Identify and address safety and quality concerns, stop work when necessary, and report issues to appropriate departments or management.
Coordinate with Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, and Planning to resolve production issues and minimize downtime.
Maintain accurate production, labor, attendance, scrap, downtime, and training records.
Ensure work areas remain clean, organized, and safe, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Document workplace injuries, near misses, equipment damage, and employee concerns.
Recommend improvements to production processes, safety, and product quality.