Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

MANN+HUMMEL • Goleta, CA

12h • $80,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Position Expectations Shift: 2nd shift (from 3:30 pm PST to 12 am PST – subject to change due to business needs ) This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the FUTURE This position is 100% onsite in Goleta, CA Salary Range: $80,000 to $100,000

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain and or a related technical field required
• 3+ years of production supervision or leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead large hourly teams.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, safety protocols, and quality systems.
• Ability to make decisions under pressure with minimal oversight.
• Experience with ERP/MES systems (SAP preferred).
• Ability to walk the production floor regularly and access all work areas.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. occasionally.
• Work performed in a manufacturing environment with machinery, noise, and PPE requirements.
• Primary schedule is second shift; availability for overtime, weekends, or emergencies as required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in filtration, plastics, chemical, or process manufacturing.
• Background coordinating with maintenance or basic mechanical troubleshooting.
• Lean/5S experience or certification.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership - Lead all second-shift production activities across the plant.
• Execute the production schedule; adjust labor and workflow in real time.
• Own shift-level KPI performance (OEE, scrap, throughput, labor efficiency, downtime).
• Enforce standard work, WIs, and operational discipline across all departments.
• People Management - Direct and support hourly operators, area leads, and maintenance techs assigned to the shift.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings and provide clear performance and safety expectations.
• Address attendance, conduct, and performance issues with appropriate documentation.
• Support onboarding, cross-training, and team development to build a flexible workforce.
• Safety & Compliance - Serve as the primary safety authority during second shift.
• Enforce LOTO, PPE compliance, safe operating procedures, and hazard reporting.
• Lead initial incident response and documentation for safety events.
• Ensure adherence to ISO 9001 and site compliance requirements.
• Quality & Process Control - Ensure manufacturing processes meet specifications and follow Work Instructions.
• Partner with Quality to contain defects, manage holds, and escalate issues promptly.
• Enforce documentation, traceability, and proper handling of nonconforming material.
• Maintenance Coordination - Coordinate with on-shift Maintenance Technicians and the Maintenance Manager to address equipment downtime and prioritize repairs.
• Communicate critical equipment issues to the Operations Manager and Maintenance for next-day resolution.
• Shift Coordination & Communication - Deliver a comprehensive end-of-shift report covering performance, issues, downtime, and carryover items.
• Ensure seamless handoff between first, second, and third shifts.
• Participate in daily Tier meetings and represent second shift operational status.
• Continuous Improvement - Identify and escalate bottlenecks, waste, and safety hazards.
• Support Lean, 5S, and standardization initiatives.
• Recommend improvements to labor utilization, equipment reliability, and process flow.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA/FSA Programs
• Life and Pet Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
• 401(k) Match (100% of the first 3% and 50% of the next 3%, fully vested on day one)
• Nine Paid Holidays (U.S. holidays)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level