Production Supervisor

About the role

We are seeking a hands-on, energetic, people-focused Weekend Shift Supervisor to lead a new production shift at our Watertown, South Dakota location. This role offers an exciting opportunity to build a team, establish a new shift, and make a visible impact on a growing company.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting production employees to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals
• Coaching, mentoring, and developing employees while building a positive team culture
• Planning and assigning labor to meet production schedules and customer expectations
• Monitoring workflow, resolving production issues, and driving accountability on the floor
• Promoting and enforcing a strong safety culture
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives including 5S, process improvements, and operational efficiency
• Managing performance, attendance, and employee engagement
• Communicating effectively across departments and leadership teams
• Helping create an environment where employees feel supported, challenged, and empowered to succeed

Requirements

• Previous manufacturing leadership, lead, or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate and hold teams accountable
• Positive attitude, strong communication skills, and team-oriented mindset
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Ability to adapt quickly and lead through change
• Experience with production scheduling, coaching employees, and driving operational performance is a plus
• Someone who leads by example and takes pride in developing people and building strong teams

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. A degree in a related field is preferred.
• Experience: Previous manufacturing leadership, lead, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Skills: Strong leadership presence, excellent communication skills, ability to motivate and hold teams accountable, and a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Paid salary equivalent to 40 hours
• Greater flexibility and work-life balance

Pay

Tentative salary range: $X-$Y per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Tentative schedule: 6:00am-6:30pm, three 12-hour shifts per week. The exact schedule will be determined by the successful candidate.

Company Culture

Our culture is built on the UPSCALE philosophy:

• Understanding Customer Needs
• Perfect Quality
• Safety Culture
• Continuous Improvement
• All Employees Engaged & Empowered
• Leadership at All Levels
• Employee Health & Wellness

Why Join Dakotaland Manufacturing?

• A stable and growing manufacturing company
• A leadership team committed to continuous improvement and employee development
• Opportunity to help build and shape a new shift from the ground up
• A team-oriented culture focused on respect, accountability, and growth
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunity for long-term career growth and advancement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dakotaland Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.