Job Description
2nd Shift Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Lacon, IL
Position Summary
We are seeking a hands-on 2nd Shift Production Supervisor to lead our manufacturing team. You will manage a team of 3-6 operators and technicians. Your primary focus will be ensuring safety, maintaining quality standards, and meeting daily production targets. This is a working Supervisor role at $28-$30/hr + 7.5% shift differential and is eligible for overtime pay.
Shift Schedule
- 2nd shift: 3pm-1am. Currently running 5 days a week but it does flex between 4 and 5 day work weeks. The Supervisor should report 15 minutes early, leave 15 minutes late. Training period of 8-12 weeks on first shift.
Key Responsibilities
- Team Leadership: Manage, train, and mentor less than 20 shift employees.
- Daily Operations: Oversee daily extrusion line setups, operations, and teardowns.
- Safety Enforcement: Maintain strict adherence to OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
- Quality Control: Monitor product dimensions and visuals to minimize scrap rates.
- Troubleshooting: Assist technicians with mechanical and process issues on extrusion machinery.
- Performance Tracking: Complete shift logs, production reports, and attendance tracking.
- Continuous Improvement: Implement lean manufacturing practices to optimize workflow efficiency.
Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Industry Knowledge: Background in plastics manufacturing or similar industries such as metal, lumber, automotive, or aerospace.
- Technical Skills: Strong mechanical aptitude
- Leadership: Proven track record of managing and motivating small teams (under 20 people).
- Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills for cross-shift handoffs.
- Education: High School Diploma or GED required; technical or post-secondary degree is a plus.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with a 2nd shift differential.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) matching program.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Lacon, IL |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $28–$30 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 50 to 99 employees |
| Year Founded | 2002 |
| Website | https://www.gablessearch.com/ |
About Company
Gables Search Group headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio has been a leader in search and placement nationwide since 2002. Our company specializes in both direct and contract (temporary) staffing in all industries and disciplines.
At Gables Search Group, we connect exceptional professionals with outstanding organizations. Our commitment to integrity, excellence, partnership, innovation, and respect sets us apart. With a personalized approach to recruitment, we ensure the perfect match between candidates and employers.
Whether you are a talented professional seeking new opportunities or an organization looking to build a high-performing team, Gables Search Group is here to guide you through the journey. Our success is built on the success of our clients and candidates, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the careers and businesses we serve.
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