Manufacturing Supervisor

Seeking a motivated and driven employee to oversee daily production, manage staff, ensure quality and safety compliance, and drive efficiency on the factory floor. Supporting employee development and fostering a team-oriented environment.

Schedule

Second shift, Monday – Friday, 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM.

Requirements

• 3+ years in manufacturing leadership in progressive roles, or 5+ years in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Knowledge of the Fiber Optic Industry.
• Critical thinking, problem solving, and problem resolution skills.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); ability to understand and use data for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct manufacturing department walks every two hours per shift.
• Start- and end-of-shift communications: set expectations and review outcomes.
• Monitor and ensure department tasks are met, including validating Fiber Path cleanliness, LIFO, reworks, expedite, and engineering feedback.
• Prepare and deliver daily reports.
• Make operational decisions.
• Interview manufacturing applicants.
• Update work instructions and SPLs as needed.
• Procure department supplies using the equipment engineering database requisition form and approval process.
• Schedule personnel to ensure efficient use of labor in support of production requirements.
• Manage vacation scheduling and overtime as needed.
• Update and approve daily/weekly timecards.
• Ensure all equipment is operated safely, efficiently, and within specified guidelines.
• Review and prepare Maintain-X requests as needed.
• Validate required PPE and clean-room protocols are followed.
• Attend and participate in Department Safety Meetings.
• Review, prepare, and close out safety reports.
• Provide immediate phone notification to appropriate personnel whenever accidents occur.
• Serve as liaison for building evacuations, communicating with employees and emergency personnel.
• Act as liaison for power failures, following written guidelines and communication protocols.
• Call in Support Staff and/or Trades when required.
• Issue disciplinary action when necessary per company and plant policies.
• Communicate with Human Resources and Production Manager on matters of employee discipline, performance, vacations, attendance, and policy-related issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Pay

Hiring range: $75,000 – $90,000. Final offer may vary within this range based on experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

Visa sponsorship is not available. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future.