Night Shift Production Supervisor

Job description

About the Role The Shift Supervisor serves as the on-shift leader for manufacturing operations, providing hands-on supervision and direction to approximately 90 hourly employees. You’ll partner with Group Leads to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production while meeting customer, operational, and budget expectations. This role is ideal for leaders who enjoy being visible on the floor, engaging teams, and solving problems in real time. What You’ll Do • Lead day-to-day manufacturing, distribution, and maintenance operations during assigned shifts • Ensure daily production goals, throughput targets, and customer requirements are met • Own safety performance during the shift, reinforcing standard work and best practices • Identify performance issues and partner with Shift Managers to implement corrective actions • Escalate unresolved issues and communicate proactively with leadership and cross-functional teams • Lead and participate in safety, operational, and cross-functional meetings • Support implementation of new tools, equipment, and processes to improve safety, efficiency, and cost • Monitor key performance metrics and address root causes of unplanned performance changes • Ensure compliance with Safety Policies, GMPs, and HACCP guidelines • Perform additional duties as needed to support business operations What We’re Looking For • Strong safety-first mindset • Proven leadership and communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation) • Experience supervising teams in a manufacturing or distribution environment • Ability to lead with autonomy while delivering operational results • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic computer systems • Experience working with union employees preferred • Familiarity with ERP and time & attendance systems a plus • Mechanical or technical aptitude preferred • Experience driving change, managing KPIs, and leading improvement initiatives • Knowledge of Lean, Kaizen, 5S, or other continuous improvement methods Organizational Values Safety – Teamwork – Customer Focus – Ownership – Initiative – Creativity This role demonstrates Safety through visible leadership and accountability on the floor, Ownership by driving shift performance, and Teamwork through close collaboration with Group Leads and cross-functional partners. Initiative supports continuous improvement, while Customer Focus ensures consistent quality and on-time delivery. #HGISalary2920 #LI-JP1