2nd Shift Production Supervisor

Job Title

2nd Shift: Monday thru Friday 2 p.m. - 11 p.m. Occasional weekend coverage (Saturdays and Sundays) is required based on needs.

About Our Client

The company specializes in high-precision CNC-machined components produced from both standard and exotic materials. Its capabilities span CNC milling, turning, grinding, secondary operations, finishing, deburring, and specialized processing, all supported by engineering, innovation, and quality assurance teams.

Job Description

Team Leadership & Employee Development

• Provide daily leadership, direction, and coaching to production leads and operators.
• Conduct shift meetings, floor walks, and routine employee check-ins to maintain communication and accountability.
• Establish clear performance expectations and provide ongoing recognition, development, and corrective coaching when needed.
• Manage staffing, work assignments, cross-training efforts, and workforce planning to support production demands.
• Promote a positive, respectful, and team-oriented work environment.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and performance standards.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Champion a culture of safety by reinforcing safe work practices, PPE compliance, and housekeeping standards.
• Ensure all products are manufactured in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Partner with Quality and Operations teams to investigate nonconformances, implement corrective actions, and prevent recurring issues.
• Support compliance with applicable quality systems, customer requirements, and regulatory standards.

Manufacturing Operations

• Execute daily production schedules and allocate labor and equipment resources to maximize throughput.
• Monitor production performance throughout the shift and address issues impacting efficiency, quality, or delivery commitments.
• Coordinate with Maintenance to resolve equipment issues and support preventive maintenance activities.
• Ensure proper material flow, inventory accuracy, and adherence to FIFO practices.
• Drive operational execution to meet productivity and customer delivery goals.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, efficiency, and waste reduction.
• Promote Lean manufacturing principles, including 5S, visual management, setup reduction, and standardized work practices.
• Analyze operational data and performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities and drive sustainable results.
• Support employee training and skill development to strengthen operational capabilities.

Communication & Systems

• Utilize ERP and manufacturing systems to track labor, production activity, inventory movement, and schedule performance.
• Maintain accurate production records and reporting.
• Ensure thorough shift-to-shift communication and provide leadership with timely operational updates.

Performance Measures Success in this role will be evaluated through key operational metrics, including:

• Safety performance and safety engagement
• Product quality and first-pass yield
• On-time delivery and schedule attainment
• Productivity, labor efficiency, and equipment utilization
• Employee development, attendance, and retention
• Continuous improvement results

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Required

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within high-volume precision manufacturing.
• 2+ years of supervisory or leadership experience overseeing production teams.
• Working knowledge of CNC machining, grinding operations, or similar manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience utilizing ERP/MRP, MES, or similar manufacturing systems.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and team-development skills.
• Demonstrated success achieving safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives.

Preferred

• Background in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with ISO or AS quality systems.
• Aerospace, defense, or regulated manufacturing experience.
• Bilingual capabilities (English/Spanish or other languages).

Education

• Associate degree in a technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

What's on Offer

• Compensation: Base salary target $75,000 - $90,000
• Benefits: Healthcare, PTO, 401(k) with employer match

Job Summary

Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing

Sub Sector: Production, Manufacturing

Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing

Where: Waterbury

Contract Type: Permanent

Consultant name: Marios Peripanos

Job Reference: JN-092026-7094599