Production Supervisor (2nd shift) - $80k-$105k

Shawmut • West Bridgewater, MA

5h • $80,000 - $105,000

About The Position

Direct, supervise, and coordinate employees performing machine operating duties and inspection procedures in compliance with company and customer requirements. The supervisor reviews production schedules and priorities, assigns orders, monitors machine setups and procedures, follows production progress, and works with Operations, Quality, Process Engineering, and Maintenance to keep production on track. The role also involves supporting production processes as needed, maintaining logs and records, managing supplies and material non-conformances, and ensuring employees are trained and certified.

The Production Supervisor conducts performance reviews and recommends wage adjustments, helps resolve personnel matters, participates in hiring and disciplinary decisions, and promotes compliance with company policies. The role also includes safety committee participation, inspections, review of safety findings and accidents, and corrective action. This is a second-shift position. The stated compensation range is $80,000–$105,000.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent required.
• Two to three years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to work effectively under pressure with a variety of personalities.
• Hands-on manufacturing experience as a Machine Operator, Technician, Mechanic, or in a similar role, with demonstrated progression into a supervisory or leadership position.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across organizational levels, including the ability to prepare paperwork, enter and analyze computer data, train employees, and complete other job-related tasks.
• Fluency in English and Portuguese to support communication, employee engagement, training, and day-to-day production team supervision.
• Math skills appropriate to a high school education.
• Ability to independently evaluate production runnability and make sound operational decisions.
• Strong conflict resolution skills.
• Strong time management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Some college background.
• Inventory management experience, including cycle counting and inventory control.
• Experience working in an ISO-certified manufacturing environment and having ISO certification.

Responsibilities

• Review production schedules with plant personnel and discuss priorities and problems with the Operations Manager; assign orders to machine operators.
• Discuss quality requirements with the Quality Department and Process Engineering Manager.
• Check orders at machines to confirm the correct production order; advise lead operators of schedules and assign orders.
• Ensure operators use correct setups and procedures and perform SOPs at the start of the shift.
• Ensure samples are cut for lab tests, re-check lab test results, and ensure results are properly recorded.
• Review production order progress, adjust machine schedules for compliance, and check material availability for pending orders.
• Supervise, participate in, and assist with Production processes as needed.
• Complete a daily log of machine or product changes, rush orders, and problems.
• Check machines to ensure proper setups.
• Ensure adequate inventories of department supplies.
• Complete Non-Conformance Reports for rejected material and have the material moved to QC.
• Coordinate machine maintenance and repairs with the Maintenance Department as needed.
• Conduct annual performance reviews of shift employees and recommend wage adjustments.
• Ensure employees are properly trained and certified.
• Verify compliance with company policies and procedures and resolve personnel-related issues.
• Participate in hiring and offer advice and suggestions on employment and disciplinary actions.
• Participate in Safety Committee meetings, complete safety inspection forms, review safety tour findings and industrial accidents, and take corrective action.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.
• Comply with safety regulations, identify and report hazards, attend safety training, report incidents promptly, use required PPE, and participate in continuous safety improvements and emergency preparedness activities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts and EyeMed.
• Health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Competitive wage structure reflective of current market trends.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED