Plant Operations Line Supervisor

Is this you?

• Do you thrive coordinating people, machines, and materials to deliver results on the first shift?
• Can you spot an issue on the floor, rally a team, and put a corrective plan in motion quickly?
• Are you comfortable partnering with maintenance, quality, and supply chain to keep throughput steady?

What will you do?

You’ll supervise day-shift production operations to maintain an efficient, safe workflow. That includes guiding the team, aligning schedules, and ensuring equipment is ready so customer commitments are met on time.

• Oversee 1st shift production to meet daily output goals and timelines.
• Lead and coordinate the production team; uphold company policies, safety rules, and standard procedures.
• Review production schedules, adjust priorities, and assign resources to stay on plan.
• Identify operational challenges and implement corrective actions to sustain flow.
• Work cross-functionally with maintenance, quality control, and supply chain for seamless operations.
• Perform regular equipment checks and report maintenance needs.
• Train, coach, and mentor team members to develop skills and elevate performance.
• Record and maintain production KPIs, attendance, and shift performance data.
• Promote a safe workplace and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

What do you need to succeed?

• Leadership that motivates, sets expectations, and follows through.
• Strong communication skills for clear direction and cross-team coordination.
• Hands-on familiarity with manufacturing equipment, tools, and common production software.
• Sharp problem-solving to assess issues and implement practical fixes quickly.
• Basic understanding of planning, scheduling, and resource management principles.
• Knowledge of safety practices and standards in manufacturing environments.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced setting and pivot as priorities change.
• General knowledge of manufacturing processes and workflow.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional manufacturing or production management training is a plus (not required).

When you’ll lead: First (day) shift production operations.