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Manufacturing Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Atkore · Harvey, IL · 2 wk ago
On-siteManagement$71k–$98k/yrFull-time

Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety, and infrastructure solutions with a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities. This Manufacturing Supervisor role is based at the Harvey, IL facility on 3rd shift (Monday–Friday, 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m., with occasional Saturdays). Reporting to the Production Manager, you will supervise and lead machine operating staff with full ownership of shift safety, quality, delivery, and productivity performance. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing; a bachelor’s degree is preferred, as is experience in lean manufacturing or a business‑system‑based company.

Responsibilities

  • Lead using the Atkore Business System and Lean Daily Management; apply Lean tools to improvement projects focused on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.
  • Develop plans and implement strategies to improve team engagement, alignment, and performance within the value stream.
  • Instill a positive “can‑do” team atmosphere through regular team meetings, task assignment, empowerment of team‑member decision‑making, and coordination of support services.
  • Implement cross‑training activities to ensure work‑cell functionality and maximize team potential.
  • Develop and coach team members in problem identification, root‑cause analysis, and implementation of countermeasures and solutions.
  • Manage vacation schedules and overtime.
  • Lead by example and live the Atkore Values of Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • 1–3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience in steel manufacturing or tube forming strongly preferred.
  • High energy, strong work ethic, schedule flexibility, and willingness to work additional hours as business needs dictate.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, including conflict resolution.
  • Continuous‑improvement background (Lean, WCM, GMP, etc.) and passion to grow Lean expertise.
  • Ability to thrive in a problem‑solving‑focused environment.
  • Experience in human‑resources management in a unionized environment, plus appreciation for inventory and process control, preferred but not required.

First‑year milestones

  • Within 3 months:
    • Complete the Atkore Immersion Program.
    • Understand how the role delivers the Atkore Business System through Lean Daily Management and Strategy Deployment.
    • Begin supervising the direct team on daily requirements without guidance.
    • Identify safety, quality, delivery, and cost opportunities and prioritize improvement needs.
    • Gain understanding of products and processes.
    • Follow and modify leader standard work for daily, weekly, and monthly requirements.
    • Review and sign off on hour‑by‑hour boards, send daily production reports, and facilitate KPI board reviews.
  • Within 6 months:
    • Participate in a Kaizen event relevant to the position.
    • Take full ownership of the shift’s Lean Daily Management, including Tier 1 Gemba and KPI boards.
    • Fully understand how the team impacts Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC).
    • Lead various training sessions for the team.
    • Partner with Safety, Quality, and HR to investigate and provide corrective actions for on‑the‑job injuries, customer complaints, and labor‑relations issues.
    • Identify ways to strengthen the team’s commitment to Atkore’s core values.
    • Coach for performance, behavior, and culture.
  • Within 12 months:
    • Lead an efficient team that meets or exceeds SQDC performance goals.
    • Identify gaps and implement counteractions to expected performance.
    • Own formal improvement tracking, including action plans.
    • Create and update reports, training materials, and procedures as needed.
    • Drive Lean Transformation for the shift; initiate and implement projects to improve SQDC.
    • Hold meaningful conversations with direct reports to improve engagement, alignment, and performance.

Pay

Good‑faith estimate: $71,120 – $97,790 per year. Placement depends on competencies, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and organizational needs. Additional compensation may include overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.

Benefits

  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid holidays
  • Any leave required under federal, state, or local law

Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.

Schedule

3rd shift: Monday–Friday, 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m., with occasional Saturdays.

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