Manufacturing Supervisor
Manufacturing Supervisor
Chicago, IL
Pay: $70,000–$80,000 base + bonus + overtime at 1.5x
Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday
Overview
A multi-generational manufacturer with over 100 years of continuous operation is adding a manufacturing supervisor to its team. The facility runs a single shift, has a long-tenured workforce, and continues to invest in equipment and process improvements. The culture is stable, loyalty-driven, and built on consistency.
This position opened due to a supervisor retirement. The focus is on floor presence, team accountability, and keeping production moving efficiently day to day.
What the Job Involves
· Plan and manage daily production schedules to hit output and delivery targets
· Oversee machine setups, changeovers, and mid-shift workflow adjustments
· Allocate labor across production lines to maintain efficiency and throughput
· Track production metrics and identify areas for improvement in uptime and quality
· Support troubleshooting alongside the team to minimize unplanned downtime
· Ensure strong start-of-day readiness and adjust priorities as conditions change
· Build team flexibility through cross-training initiatives
· Maintain consistent floor presence and hold the team accountable to safety and performance standards
· Support overtime operations as needed
What They Need
· BS, BA, or AAS degree preferred, or equivalent of 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience
· Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a production or manufacturing setting
· Mechanically inclined, experience with setups and comfortable in a hands-on production environment
· Experience managing daily schedules, changeovers, and workflow priorities
· Strong leadership and communication skills
· Organized, decisive, and comfortable holding people accountable
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