Production Supervisor (Nights)

Delta Star•Lynchburg, VA

21h

About The Position

Delta Star Inc. is seeking a motivated, results-driven Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations and ensure production goals are achieved safely, efficiently, and to high quality standards. The role manages personnel, materials, equipment, and production schedules while fostering accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. The Production Supervisor oversees production employees, coordinates resources, executes production plans, develops employees, and removes barriers to productivity. The position collaborates with Production Management and cross-functional teams, including maintenance, engineering, quality, and supply chain, to resolve issues, improve processes, and meet production targets. The role also monitors key performance metrics and communicates priorities to keep the team focused and engaged. Occasional travel may be required.

Requirements

Experience supervising employees in a manufacturing environment, union and/or non-union.
Demonstrated experience solving complex manufacturing and operational challenges.
Proven track record of accountability, attention to detail, and leadership effectiveness.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, procedures, and production systems.
Knowledge of quality control standards and continuous improvement principles.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to translate long-range production plans into actionable daily and weekly priorities.
Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development capabilities.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, team-based environment.
Moderate computer proficiency and familiarity with production reporting systems.
Self-motivated with a high level of accountability and ownership.

Nice To Haves

College degree or equivalent experience preferred.
Experience working in fast-paced production environments preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise a medium to large team engaged in manufacturing and production operations.
Ensure effective utilization of personnel, materials, equipment, and other resources.
Execute production schedules and meet operational goals for safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
Maintain compliance with quality standards, procedures, and manufacturing requirements.
Enforce workplace safety standards and promote a clean, organized work environment.
Keep management informed about operational developments, challenges, and opportunities.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with employees, management, and union representatives where applicable.
Administer and support compliance with local labor agreements when applicable.
Recruit, train, coach, and develop employees to maximize engagement and performance.
Hold employees accountable to established standards, expectations, and company policies.
Empower team members to identify improvements and eliminate operational constraints.
Support current and future assembly and fabrication processes through employee engagement and process improvement.
Reduce waste by identifying value-added activities and eliminating non-value-added work.
Monitor productivity, quality, and efficiency metrics and implement improvements as needed.
Drive accountability and continuous improvement throughout the production team.
Perform other duties as assigned.