Bilingual (English/Spanish) Production Supervisor, 2nd Shift

Under the direction of the Production Manager, oversee nightly wood-cutting, pallet, and crate manufacturing operations. Manage production schedules, lead assembly teams, monitor raw material inventory, and enforce quality control and OSHA safety standards to maximize throughput, minimize material waste, and ensure daily quotas are met.

Responsibilities

• Manage nightly shift operations to ensure custom crates, pallets, and cut lumber meet product specs, delivery deadlines, and quality standards
• Inspect lumber, pallets, and crates for defects, ensuring exact measurements and compliance with shipping standards
• Train, mentor, and supervise floor workers; manage shift schedules, time tracking, and performance evaluations
• Enforce the use of PPE, conduct equipment training, and ensure machinery (saws, nail guns, pneumatic equipment) operates safely and smoothly
• Monitor lumber, nails, screws, hardware, and finished-pallet inventory; coordinate with purchasing to ensure raw material availability without overstocking
• Identify workflow bottlenecks and reduce scrap wood and material waste

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; additional education or certifications in Industrial Technology, Business Management, or Lean Manufacturing are a plus
• 2–3 years of manufacturing or carpentry experience, ideally with 1–3 years in a direct supervisory or lead role
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings/documents
• Direct experience with pallet/crate assembly equipment, band saws, circular saws, and pneumatic nail guns
• Experience working with wood, corrugate, foam, and/or other traded materials considered an asset
• Prior experience with ISO 9001 and 14001 is a plus
• Fluent in both English and Spanish (verbal communication required; written skills a plus)

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team environment
• Attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Ability to effectively manage employee performance
• Ability to train others on existing or new concepts
• Works well under pressure
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel is a plus

Schedule

• 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 4:00pm - 12:30am (currently working as late as 2:30am)
• Saturday, 1:30pm - 10:00pm (based on business needs)

About the Company

Nefab is a global provider of sustainable packaging solutions and logistics optimization services, saving environmental and financial resources by optimizing supply chains. With over 75 years of experience, competence, and presence in 38 countries, Nefab offers global solutions and local service to industries such as Telecom, Datacom, Semicon, Energy, Healthcare equipment, Mining & Construction, and LiB & E-mobility. The company has around 5,000 employees and a yearly turnover of 10.3 BSEK.

Core values are Simplicity, Empowerment, and Respect, with ways of working characterized by Customer First, Cooperation, and Communication. Nefab is committed to improving employee safety, reducing workplace risks, and creating better working conditions in accordance with international standards and local laws. Sustainability is integral to their value proposition, balancing economic, social, and environmental aspects of the business.