Manufacturing Supervisor
Chicago, IL
Pay: $70,000–$80,000 base + bonus + overtime at 1.5x
Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday
Overview
A multi-generational manufacturer with over 100 years of continuous operation is adding a manufacturing supervisor to its team. The facility runs a single shift, has a long-tenured workforce, and continues to invest in equipment and process improvements. The culture is stable, loyalty-driven, and built on consistency.
This position opened due to a supervisor retirement. The focus is on floor presence, team accountability, and keeping production moving efficiently day to day.
What the Job Involves
·Plan and manage daily production schedules to hit output and delivery targets
·Oversee machine setups, changeovers, and mid-shift workflow adjustments
·Allocate labor across production lines to maintain efficiency and throughput
·Track production metrics and identify areas for improvement in uptime and quality
·Support troubleshooting alongside the team to minimize unplanned downtime
·Ensure strong start-of-day readiness and adjust priorities as conditions change
·Build team flexibility through cross-training initiatives
·Maintain consistent floor presence and hold the team accountable to safety and performance standards
·Support overtime operations as needed
What They Need
·BS, BA, or AAS degree preferred, or equivalent of 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience
·Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a production or manufacturing setting
·Mechanically inclined, experience with setups and comfortable in a hands-on production environment
·Experience managing daily schedules, changeovers, and workflow priorities
·Strong leadership and communication skills
·Organized, decisive, and comfortable holding people accountable
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