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

Shawmut Corporation • W Bridgewater, MA

25d

About The Position

Direct, supervise, and coordinate employees performing machine operations and inspection procedures in compliance with company and customer requirements. The Production Supervisor oversees production schedules, machine setups, quality checks, materials and supplies, maintenance coordination, employee training and performance, and workplace safety. This is a second-shift, full-time position.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Two to three years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 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 leadership skills and ability to work effectively under pressure with people of varied personalities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare paperwork, enter and analyze computer data, and train employees.
• Fluency in English and Portuguese to support communication, employee engagement, training, and daily 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 and 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 and priorities with plant personnel and the Operations Manager; discuss production problems.
• Assign production orders to machine operators and communicate schedules to lead operators.
• Coordinate quality requirements with the Quality Department and Process Engineering Manager.
• Check that orders are at the correct machines and are being produced in the correct sequence.
• Confirm machine operators use correct setups and procedures and perform SOPs at the start of the shift.
• Ensure samples are cut for laboratory tests; re-check test results and confirm they are properly recorded.
• Review production-order progress and adjust machine schedules to support compliance.
• Check material availability for pending orders and ensure adequate department supplies are on hand.
• 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.
• Complete Non-Conformance Reports for rejected material and arrange for its transfer 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 provide advice on employment and disciplinary actions.
• Participate in Safety Committee meetings and complete safety inspection forms.
• Review safety-tour findings and industrial accidents and take corrective action.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts and EyeMed.
• Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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