Production Supervisor

HandCraft Services • Richmond, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

HandCraft Linen Services is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily production-floor start-up and workflow at a high-volume commercial laundry facility. The role ensures employees are at their assigned work areas and that each area has sufficient workloads, while maintaining timely workflow, production goals, quality standards, and performance records. The supervisor will become familiar with multiple aspects of plant operations, including machinery operation, loading and unloading carts, and ensuring soiled linens are processed within designated time frames.

The position is hands-on and based primarily on the production floor in a fast-paced, physically active industrial environment. Work includes assisting employees with equipment operation, material handling, and workflow adjustments as needed. The facility involves elevated temperatures, humidity, machinery noise, and changing conditions associated with industrial laundering, drying, and finishing operations.

The schedule is typically Tuesday through Saturday, 5:30 AM to 3:00 PM, averaging 40–50 hours per week. Overtime and flexibility to work weekends and holidays are required based on operational needs. The pay range is $27.06 per hour; compensation may vary based on relevant experience, skills, location, and other job-related factors.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of recent supervisory experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting, or at least 2 years of experience as a Team Leader in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to work overtime.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as a team player in a fast-paced, challenging environment.
• Physical ability to perform job duties, including moving heavy equipment or machinery, climbing ladders, performing repetitive motions, and walking or standing.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Start up the production floor and ensure employees are at their assigned work areas and sufficient workloads are available at each area.
• Maintain an even and timely workflow through the production floor.
• Maintain standard production goals, quality standards, and performance records.
• Become familiar with plant operations, including machinery operation and loading and unloading carts.
• Ensure soiled linens are processed within designated time frames.
• Work alongside production employees and assist with equipment operation, material handling, and workflow adjustments as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and a paid holiday for the employee’s birthday.
• Paid training and advancement opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Referral incentives.
• Employee discounts.

What This Job Offers

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