3rd Shift Production Supervisor

Location: Hartford, CT

Shift: Monday – Friday | 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM

Reports To: Production Manager

Direct Reports: Union Employees

Position Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead all 3rd shift production operations within a fast-paced industrial manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for overseeing production personnel, coordinating workflow, monitoring equipment and processes, and ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations throughout the shift.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership experience within manufacturing or industrial operations and the ability to effectively manage union employees while maintaining productivity, quality, and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all 3rd shift production activities
• Lead, coach, train, and support production employees to ensure operational goals are achieved
• Monitor workflow, staffing, equipment utilization, and production schedules to maintain efficiency
• Enforce all company safety procedures, policies, and operational standards
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment throughout the facility
• Monitor production performance and communicate shift results to management and incoming supervisors
• Identify and resolve production, staffing, and workflow issues in a timely manner
• Work closely with maintenance, quality, shipping, and other departments to support plant operations
• Ensure quality standards and production requirements are consistently met
• Maintain compliance with collective bargaining agreements and foster positive union employee relations
• Complete shift reporting, production summaries, and other operational documentation as required
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and overall plant performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Production, Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred
• 3–5 years of supervisory experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment required
• Experience supervising union employees preferred
• Strong understanding of manufacturing systems, production flow, and industrial operations
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
• ERP or production tracking system experience preferred
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities

Work Environment

This is a hands-on position that works in both office and manufacturing environments. Employees are required to wear appropriate PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety footwear while on the production floor. The role may involve exposure to moving equipment, airborne particles, industrial noise, and varying environmental conditions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift
• Frequent use of hands for handling materials and operating equipment
• Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds as needed
• Ability to routinely walk the production floor and oversee operations

Additional Information

This is a full-time 3rd shift opportunity with overtime and weekend hours as needed based on production demands. Responsibilities and duties may change as business needs evolve.

You should be proficient in:

• Supervisory Experience
• Production Optimization
• Warehouse Experience
• ERP & MRP Systems
• Scheduling Experience
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Microsoft Excel

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• ERP Software