Stamping Press Production Supervisor – 2nd Shift Manufacturing

Schedule: 2nd Shift | Monday–Thursday | 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM (additional days as needed)
Compensation: Competitive base salary + $500/month shift differential ($6,000/year)

Job Overview

We are seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a high-performing manufacturing team in a fast-paced, high-volume stamping press production environment. This role is responsible for driving daily production performance, ensuring safety compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and servant leadership.

You will oversee shop floor operations, support team development, and ensure production targets, quality standards, and delivery schedules are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

• Promote and enforce a safety-first culture
• Conduct safety audits and lead incident/near-miss investigations
• Ensure proper PPE usage and safety training compliance
• Address unsafe behaviors and conditions immediately

Production Leadership

• Supervise stamping press operations to meet production, quality, and delivery goals
• Monitor workflow, optimize staffing, and ensure efficient machine utilization
• Troubleshoot production issues to minimize downtime and maintain flow

Servant Leadership & Team Development

• Lead by example with a servant leadership approach
• Coach, train, and develop team members through feedback and cross-training
• Serve as the first point of contact for employee relations issues
• Work with union stewards on discipline and contract matters

Continuous Improvement

• Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives (5S, Kaizen)
• Analyze scrap, downtime, and bottlenecks; implement corrective actions
• Encourage operator-driven improvement ideas

Reporting & Communication

• Maintain accurate KPIs for safety, quality, and production
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to resolve issues quickly

Qualifications

Required:

• 1–3 years in a high-volume manufacturing environment
• Prior supervision experience (stamping press experience strongly preferred)
• Strong servant leadership, coaching, and team development skills
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing (5S, Kaizen, continuous improvement)
• Strong safety leadership experience (audits, investigations, enforcement)

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Manufacturing Engineering, or Operations
• Experience with Kanban, process control, and production scheduling systems

Physical Requirements

• Standing for extended periods
• Frequent bending and stooping
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
• Manual dexterity is required for the production environment

Why Join Us

• Leadership role in a high-impact manufacturing environment
• Strong focus on safety, improvement, and team development
• Competitive compensation with shift differential
• Opportunity to drive real operational impact on the production floor