Production Supervisor- 3rd Shift

The ideal candidate is comfortable on the production floor, communicates clearly, and can coach employees, resolve problems, and hold the team accountable. Monitor production progress, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with other shifts and leadership to meet customer requirements.

We are seeking a Production Supervisor to lead third-shift operations for an established metal finishing manufacturer. This hands-on role oversees employees, coordinates production priorities, and keeps work moving safely and efficiently while meeting quality standards and customer deadlines.

The ideal candidate is comfortable on the production floor, communicates clearly, and can coach employees, resolve problems, and hold the team accountable.

Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Compensation: $70,000–$80,000 annually
Position Type: Full-time; 3rd Shift: 10:00pm- 6:30am Sunday - Thursday
 

Responsibilities

• Supervise third-shift production employees, assign work, and coordinate staffing to meet production goals.
• Train, coach, and develop team members, including onboarding new employees and coordinating cross-training.
• Communicate expectations, monitor performance, and address attendance, conduct, and performance concerns in accordance with company policies.
• Oversee part racking, inspection, tooling changes, inventory movement, baking operations, and production area organization.
• Monitor production progress, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with other shifts and leadership to meet customer requirements.
• Assist with material movement, racking, and inspection as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, labor efficiency, quality, and production processes.
• Support ISO 9001 quality and ISO 14001 environmental requirements, including participation in internal audits.
• Complete shift reports, maintenance requests, and other production documentation.
• Enforce safety procedures and PPE requirements while maintaining a clean, organized work environment.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• At least two years of team lead or supervisory experience.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, motivate, and hold employees accountable.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot production issues and identify root causes.
• Basic Microsoft Office, computer, and math skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Inventory handling experience.
• Visual inspection experience.
• Forklift operation experience.

Work Environment

This position works primarily on the production floor, where conditions may be hot and humid. Duties may require standing, bending, or twisting for 80% or more of the shift and lifting up to 70 pounds. Closed-toe shoes and required PPE must be worn in production areas.

NO SUBCONTRACT REQUIREMENT:
No third-party applicants will be considered. If you are a third-party contracting company, please do not respond to this position.