Manufacturing Inspection Supervisor - Night Shift

Job Purpose

Supervise assigned shift personnel and oversee inspection operations while maintaining production volume, product quality, safety, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, train, and develop Team Members; conduct timely and constructive performance evaluations.


• Maintain scheduled production volume, product quality, and efficient workflow.


• Work closely with machine operators to inspect work in progress and review production reports for compliance with customer order quality and quantity requirements.


• Investigate production delays, performance issues, and other operational concerns; implement appropriate corrective actions.


• Minimize waste and scrap through effective machine setup and operation.


• Provide technical and educational training to support employee development and job enrichment.


• Maintain safety, 5S housekeeping, equipment maintenance, and proper material storage standards.


• Determine manpower needs for job changes, overtime, downtime, and other production requirements.


• Coordinate with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Production Control departments.


• Ensure effective shift-to-shift communication through pass-down meetings.


• Build a strong team through coaching, employee development, and proactive performance management.


• Identify and correct unsafe behaviors and workplace conditions.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing or forging environment.


• Previous supervisory experience preferred but not required.


• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to improve efficiency and productivity.


• Excellent time-management and prioritization skills.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Excellent organizational skills.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Work Environment

• Primarily work on a non-temperature-controlled production floor, with occasional office work for computer-related tasks.


• Must be comfortable working in a production/industrial environment.

Direct Reports

• Forge Operators


• Saw Operators


• Forklift Operators