Production Supervisor (On-Site)

Job Title: Production Supervisor (On-Site)
Location: South Windsor, Connecticut
Work Model: Fully Onsite
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift: EWN – Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Alt Saturday 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM
Client is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to oversee production floor operations, labor management, machine utilization, workflow coordination, and quality standards within a high-volume manufacturing and print production environment.
The ideal candidate will have strong supervisory experience in production/manufacturing operations, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to maximize throughput, efficiency, and operational performance while ensuring compliance with quality and SLA requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Production Operations & Workflow Management

• Ensure all Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and client production deadlines are met efficiently.
• Prioritize production floor workflows to ensure SEC and contractual compliance requirements are achieved.
• Monitor production lines to maximize throughput and control labor costs.
• Coordinate resources across departments to improve efficiency and maintain quality standards.
• Delegate production activities and ensure machines are properly assigned and utilized.

Staffing, Scheduling & Labor Management

• Oversee labor operations across the production floor to ensure operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with temporary staffing agencies to adjust labor based on production volumes.
• Plan, monitor, and schedule staffing levels according to workflow demands.
• Ensure shift turnover communication is completed effectively through verbal updates and daily email handoffs.
• Cross-train associates across production operations to improve flexibility and reduce labor costs.

Equipment & Maintenance Coordination

• Monitor machine uptime and minimize downtime across production operations.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance schedules with operations teams.
• Monitor inventory levels for machine parts and coordinate with vendors as required.
• Ensure proper equipment utilization and operational readiness across all shifts.

Training, Compliance & Quality

• Ensure operators receive proper technical, ISO, and quality training.
• Maintain compliance with operational procedures, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Promote a high-quality, safety-focused production environment.
• Support continuous operational improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications
Must-Have Skills

• Production Operations Supervision
• Manufacturing Workflow Coordination
• Labor & Staffing Management
• Print Production Operations
• Production Scheduling
• Quality & Compliance Management
• Machine Throughput Optimization
• Preventative Maintenance Coordination
• Leadership & Team Management
• Cost Control & Operational Efficiency
• Strong Communication Skills

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Experience

• 3–5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing/production environment.
• 3–5 years of print maintenance or print production experience required.
• Experience managing labor, workflows, and production operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume print production environments.
• Strong knowledge of ISO and quality compliance standards.
• Experience managing temporary labor staffing.
• Strong computer proficiency and reporting skills.
• Ability to work overnight shifts in fast-paced production environments.

Work Environment

• Fully onsite production/manufacturing facility.
• Overnight shift schedule.
• Fast-paced operational environment with production deadlines.
• No travel required.

Recruiter Submission Template

Full Name:
Degree / Education Details (School/University & Completion Year):
Total Years of Production/Manufacturing Experience:
Total Years of Supervisory Experience:
Experience in Print Production Environment:
Experience Managing Production Floor Operations:
Experience with Staffing & Labor Scheduling:
Experience Managing Temporary Labor/Staffing Agencies:
Experience with Machine Throughput Optimization:
Experience with Preventative Maintenance Coordination:
Experience with Inventory & Vendor Coordination:
Experience with ISO / Quality / Compliance Standards:
Experience Cross-Training Production Associates:
Experience Managing Shift Turnover & Workflow Prioritization:
Team Size Managed:
Are you comfortable working Overnight Shift (6 PM – 6 AM)?:
Are you comfortable working Alternate Saturdays?:
Motivation / Reason for Interest in this Position:
Expected Compensation:
Notice Period / Availability:
Work Authorization Status (US Citizen / GC / H1B / Other):
Are you comfortable working fully onsite in South Windsor, CT? (Yes/No):
Are you willing to relocate on your own expenses if not local? (Yes/No):