Shift Supervisor - FLEX

Protolabs•Brooklyn Park, MN

3d•$66,900 - $89,200

About The Position

The Shift Supervisor leads an engaged manufacturing team in a fast-paced production environment, with safety, quality, and performance as priorities. The role oversees daily shift operations, ensures production goals are achieved, develops and coaches employees, and drives continuous improvement. It is responsible for maintaining a safe, efficient, high-performing operation while fostering accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence. The FLEX schedule is Friday through Sunday, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Requirements

Associate degree in an applicable discipline and six years of applicable experience.
Four years of relevant manufacturing and/or operations management experience.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment.
Ability to become licensed to operate material-handling equipment, such as a forklift, pallet jack, or overhead crane hoist.
Ability to use a computer and calculator; read and write in English; and perform basic arithmetic.
Punctuality and good attendance.
Role is open only to U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status; individuals with temporary visas are not eligible for hire.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a plastics manufacturing environment, such as processing or setups.
Associate degree in an applicable discipline and six years of applicable experience.
Four years of relevant manufacturing and/or operations management experience.

Responsibilities

Plan and supervise daily manufacturing-area activities for the shift.
Identify employee training needs and ensure assigned staff are qualified and appropriately trained.
Ensure production output supports the production schedule and meets applicable quality requirements.
Evaluate employee performance and opportunities for improvement.
Write and deliver annual and 90-day performance evaluations.
Plan and approve overtime and vacation requests.
Monitor manufacturing-area supplies and equipment and initiate purchasing requests as needed.
Identify opportunities for process improvement.
Support company policies and procedures for plant safety and housekeeping.
Promote actions consistent with professional and ethical behavior.
Follow departmental quality and safety standards, company policies, and operational procedures.

Benefits

Competitive salary and total rewards package.
Health insurance, with traditional or high-deductible plan options.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Health Savings Account, including employer contributions.
Dental and vision insurance.
Basic and supplemental life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Paid caregiver leave.
At least three weeks of paid time off, plus wellness time, holiday pay, and volunteer hours.
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
Employee Stock Purchase Program at a discounted rate.
Matching grants through the Protolabs Foundation.