Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

Senior plc•Walpole, MA

5d•$75,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Senior Metal Bellows is seeking a dependable and experienced Production Supervisor to lead its first-shift manufacturing team. The role oversees daily manufacturing operations to ensure product quality, efficient workflows, and on-time delivery while maintaining a strong culture of safety and accountability. It requires a hands-on leader who can work independently, make sound operational decisions, and keep production running with minimal supervision. The supervisor leads and develops production employees, coordinates the flow of parts and materials between work centers and departments, and addresses production issues through troubleshooting and effective solutions. The position also supports hiring, coaching, employee evaluations, and disciplinary actions, and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, PPE requirements, and safety practices. The position is based at the company’s location in Sharon, Massachusetts. The stated hiring range is $75,000–$95,000 annually, with the final rate based on the candidate’s skills and experience. Facility and systems access is subject to applicable ITAR/EAR requirements and screening; applicants receiving a conditional offer may need to provide information for export-control eligibility assessment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, workflow management, and production scheduling.
Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in a fast-paced production environment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to lead, coach, and hold employees accountable.
Ability to make independent decisions and lead effectively with minimal support.
Commitment to workplace safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Nice To Haves

Technical training or an associate degree.
Experience conducting employee training, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions.
Basic computer skills and experience with manufacturing software or ERP systems.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the production team with confidence and minimal supervision.
Make independent operational decisions while maintaining productivity and quality standards.
Communicate with production employees, leadership, and cross-functional departments to maintain smooth workflow.
Maintain the flow of parts and materials between work centers and departments.
Promote and enforce workplace safety, including PPE and safety-procedure compliance.
Identify production issues, troubleshoot problems, and implement effective solutions.
Escalate critical concerns appropriately while maintaining shift continuity and operational stability.
Train, mentor, and develop employees.
Conduct employee evaluations and contribute to hiring, coaching, and disciplinary actions.
Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.