Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Eaton Corporation•Troy, IL

4d•$71,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s Global Energy Infrastructure Solutions (GEIS) division is seeking a Production Supervisor for its third-shift operations. The role provides leadership and direction to employees and manages safety and environmental performance, quality, on-time delivery, and cost for the assigned area. The supervisor collaborates with functional leaders and managers to optimize the product line and meet customer needs through continuous improvement. The position will support the transition from Troy to Eaton’s new Cable Tray Center of Excellence in Edwardsville, Illinois; full relocation of operations to the center is anticipated by 2027. The assigned shift is 11 p.m. to 7 a.m., with operational emergency response and rotating weekend or off-shift coverage as needed. Candidates must live within 50 miles of Troy, Illinois, or Edwardsville, Illinois, except for active-duty military service member candidates. No relocation benefit is offered. Eaton does not provide employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. The expected annual salary range is $71,000–$105,000. The range is a general guideline; compensation depends on skills, experience, qualifications, and market and business considerations. Eaton offers health and welfare benefits, retirement benefits, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work. Specific benefits and options may depend on eligibility, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Requirements

Associate’s degree from an accredited institution and at least 1 year of leadership experience in a manufacturing or operations environment, or a high school diploma and at least 3 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing or operations environment.
Ability to work the assigned third shift, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m.
Ability to respond to operational emergencies and support rotating weekends or off-shift coverage as needed.
Must be within a 50-mile radius of Troy, Illinois, or Edwardsville, Illinois; active-duty military service member candidates are exempt from this geographical limitation.
Eaton does not provide employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing supervisory or management role.
Experience with the SAP business system.

Responsibilities

Drive, implement, promote, and maintain a safe working environment through accident prevention and equipment maintenance, while fostering Eaton’s I Own Safety policies.
Promote continuous improvement and employee empowerment by ensuring standard work processes are followed and countermeasures are implemented to eliminate waste and support a lean organization.
Plan, initiate, lead, measure, monitor, and assess continuous-improvement programs and manufacturing-process improvements using appropriate Eaton Business System processes and problem-solving tools, including Standard Work and 5S.
Set manufacturing priorities based on the production schedule and monitor employee work requirements to meet customer deadlines.
Collaborate across functions, including planning and distribution, to meet operational deliverables.
Use the inventory management system to measure inventory levels, diagnose order completions, and monitor earned hours.
Monitor control plans, troubleshoot workmanship problems, and supervise production activities to ensure products meet or exceed established quality requirements.
Monitor work-in-process quality and ensure adherence to Eaton’s Quality Policy and procedures.
Build and promote a positive team environment through performance recognition, coaching, and employee development.
Assist with employee recruitment, selection, promotion, motivation, and counseling.
Collaborate with other functional leaders and managers to optimize the product line and meet customer needs.