Production Supervisor

TekPro Engineering

  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 2 days ago
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    Skills

    • Best Practicesunmatched
    • Business Operationsunmatched
    • CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systemsunmatched
    • Calendar Managementunmatched
    • Coachingunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Lean Manufacturingunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Manufacturing Managementunmatched
    • Manufacturing Operations Managementunmatched
    • Manufacturing Requirementsunmatched
    • Manufacturing Technologyunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Metricsunmatched
    • Operational Improvementunmatched
    • People Managementunmatched
    • Performance Managementunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Production Controlunmatched
    • Production Managementunmatched
    • Production Planningunmatched
    • Production Scheduleunmatched
    • Production Systemsunmatched
    • Productivity Managementunmatched
    • Safety Complianceunmatched
    • Safety Standardsunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Staff Developmentunmatched
    • Talent Managementunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched

    Description

    2nd Shift Production Supervisor

    Why You'll Want This Opportunity:

    • Join an industry-leading precision manufacturer with an outstanding reputation for quality, innovation, and long-term stability.
    • Take ownership of an established production team where you'll have the autonomy to make decisions, drive improvements, and leave your mark on the operation.
    • Be part of a company that continually invests in its people, equipment, and manufacturing capabilities rather than simply maintaining the status quo.
    • Work alongside experienced operations and engineering leaders who value ideas, continuous improvement, and leadership development.
    • Step into a highly visible leadership role where your ability to improve productivity, develop employees, and solve problems will make an immediate impact.
    • Enjoy the opportunity to grow your career within a company that promotes from within and rewards high performers.
    • 42-45/hr pay with plentiful opportunity for OT

    About the Opportunity:

    We're partnering with a well-established precision manufacturer that has built its reputation on producing high-quality components for some of the most demanding industries. Their success has been driven by investing in advanced manufacturing technology, developing exceptional talent, and fostering a culture built around teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

    Due to continued growth, they are seeking a 2nd Shift Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing operations during one of the facility's most critical shifts. This is an opportunity for a hands-on leader who enjoys being on the production floor, coaching employees, solving problems in real time, and driving operational excellence.

    What You'll Be Doing:

    • Lead, coach, and develop production employees while fostering a culture centered on safety, accountability, and teamwork.
    • Oversee daily production activities to ensure quality, productivity, and on-time delivery objectives are consistently achieved.
    • Monitor production metrics and proactively identify opportunities to improve efficiency, throughput, and overall operational performance.
    • Partner with engineering, quality, maintenance, planning, and other cross-functional teams to quickly resolve production challenges.
    • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing waste, improving workflow, and increasing productivity.
    • Ensure compliance with company safety standards, quality requirements, and manufacturing procedures.
    • Conduct shift meetings, communicate production priorities, and maintain clear communication between shifts.
    • Support employee development through coaching, training, performance management, and recognition of high performers.
    • Assist with scheduling, staffing, labor allocation, and production planning to meet customer demands.
    • Lead by example on the production floor while maintaining a visible, approachable leadership style.

    What We're Looking For:

    • Previous leadership experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
    • Experience supervising production employees in a fast-paced manufacturing facility.
    • Strong understanding of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational best practices.
    • Proven ability to motivate teams, build accountability, and develop employees.
    • Comfortable making decisions in a dynamic manufacturing environment while balancing quality, safety, and production goals.

    You should be proficient in:

    • Leadership / People Management
    • Continuous Improvement
    • Supervisory Experience
    • Coaching and Mentoring Experience
    • Production Planning & Scheduling
    • CNC

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationElk Grove Village, IL

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