Machine Shop Supervisor - 2nd Shift

About the role

The Machine Shop Production Supervisor position at Pelican Products is responsible for leading daily manufacturing operations, developing team members, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring production goals are met safely, efficiently, and with the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead Team Leads and production employees to meet daily production schedules and customer commitments.
• Conduct shift meetings focused on Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Continuous Improvement (SQCDI).
• Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize machine performance.
• Monitor production KPIs and develop corrective actions when performance targets are not achieved.
• Promote a culture of safety through audits, coaching, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
• Lead root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, ITAR, quality, and documentation requirements.
• Coach, mentor, and develop Team Leads and employees to maximize performance and engagement.
• Support employee recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and career development.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Operations teams to resolve production issues and improve processes.
• Lead 5S/6S and continuous improvement activities throughout the Machine Shop.
• Maintain cross-training plans and workforce flexibility across the department.
• Support staffing, scheduling, attendance management, and labor planning activities.
• Follow company policies, quality standards, and safety procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Achieve minimum of 2 years of manufacturing experience.
• Previous leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, coaching, and employee development skills.
• Experience with root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies.
• Ability to influence, motivate, and hold teams accountable.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience creating reports, charts, and KPI tracking using Excel.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and production scheduling.
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to support technical problem-solving efforts.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Customer-focused mindset with strong business acumen.

Qualifications

• Achieve an Associate Degree in Business Management, Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field.

Skills

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Effective communication and coaching abilities.
• Problem-solving and root cause analysis expertise.
• Organizational and prioritization skills.
• Technical proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Understanding of manufacturing operations and production scheduling.
• Ability to influence and motivate teams.

Benefits

• Competitive paid time off plans / Holiday pay / extra vacation purchase opportunities.
• 401k plan – with immediate match.
• Great Benefits – several options including Pet insurance for our animal lovers.
• Health Savings Account Contribution.
• Wellness Discount Program.
• Global Mental Wellness Program.
• Quarterly Employee Celebration Days.
• Peer to Peer Recognition Program.
• Service Recognition Program.
• Amazing employee discount program on Pelican Products, Pelican branded apparel and gear.
• Employee referral program – get paid to work with your trusted network.
• Beautiful New England location.
• Onsite Gym.
• Established reputable brand offering premium products – you’ll be proud to represent Pelican!

Pay

The annual U.S. pay range for this position is listed below. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on your qualifications, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Schedule

Details on the schedule will be provided during the hiring process.