Area Manager - Nights

JOB SUMMARY

Leads daily production operations to ensure targets for Safety, Quality, Service, and Cost are met, while driving efficiency, accountability, and team performance on the floor.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversee nightly production activities and ensure schedule adherence
• Lead frontline supervisors and production teams to meet performance goals
• Monitor KPIs (safety, quality, output, downtime) and take immediate action
• Drive continuous improvement and waste reduction initiatives
• Manage labor efficiency, staffing levels, and shift performance
• Partner with Maintenance, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve issues
• Support new product launches and process changes on the floor
• Enforce safety standards and ensure compliance with all policies
• Coach, develop, and hold supervisors accountable for performance

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Execution Focus: Delivers results through strong floor presence and follow-through
• Problem Solving: Quickly identifies issues and drives corrective action
• People Leadership: Builds strong teams, develops supervisors, drives accountability
• Operational Discipline: Maintains standards, processes, and consistency
• Communication: Clear direction across shifts and teams

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 3–5+ years in manufacturing/production leadership
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment with knowledge of production processes, product flow, and distribution operations
• Experience with production scheduling, material planning, and inventory management
• Experience applying safety standards, policies, and regulatory requirements in a production setting
• Experience using computer systems to track, analyze, and report on production and inventory data
• Experience utilizing basic math in a manufacturing environment (e.g., calculating square footage, interpreting production metrics)
• Experience communicating effectively with all levels of the organization, both verbally and in writing
• Experience working both independently and collaboratively in a team-driven environment
• Experience in applying Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles to improve operations
• Demonstrated problem-solving experience in a fast-paced production environment

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Physical Requirements: Continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking/pushing/climbing and lifting material or equipment of heavy weight (>50 lbs)

Schedule

This role will require a selected candidate to work 9 pm - 7 am Monday through Friday with weekend schedules or overtime as needed.

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

Not specified

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability
• FSA and dependent care options
• Vision and legal benefits
• Gym discounts and wellness clinics
• Tuition reimbursement—for you and your dependents

Opportunities to grow

• Clear paths to promotion and internal mobility
• Training, coaching, and mentorship
• Development programs to support your goals

Time for what matters

• Paid vacation and holidays in your first year
• A culture that respects work-life balance