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The 1st & 2nd Shift Production Supervisor is responsible for leading the day and afternoon production teams at our Rockford, IL facility. This position oversees plating / coating line operations, quality, safety, and personnel during assigned shift hours, ensuring the facility meets daily production schedules, customer specifications, and operational targets. The Supervisor is the senior on-site leader during shift hours and is accountable for the safe, efficient, and quality-driven execution of all plating, finishing, and packaging activities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Production & Operations

• Direct daily plating / coating line operations to meet production schedules, throughput targets, and on-time shipping commitments.
• Monitor line speeds, bath chemistry checks, rack/barrel loading, and process parameters to ensure consistent product quality.
• Coordinate with the prior shift on hand-off issues, in-process work, and open priorities; provide a clean hand-off to 1st shift.
• Ensure equipment is operating within specification; coordinate with maintenance on breakdowns, PMs, and corrective work.
• Complete and submit accurate End-of-Shift (EOS) reports covering production output, downtime, scrap, and shift issues.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Enforce all EHS policies, PPE requirements, lockout/tagout procedures, and chemical handling protocols across the shift.
• Lead by example on safe behaviors; conduct shift safety talks and immediately address unsafe acts or conditions.
• Ensure plated parts meet customer specifications, internal quality standards, and applicable industry requirements (ISO 9001, AS9100 as applicable).
• Verify in-process inspections, thickness checks, and adherence to control plans are being completed and documented.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action on quality issues, customer concerns, and internal nonconformances.

People Leadership

• Supervise, coach, and develop 3rd shift production operators, line leads, and support personnel.
• Manage timekeeping, attendance, breaks, and overtime within budget and policy guidelines.
• Train new operators using a structured, hands-on approach (Watch It, Involve Me, Now You Try, Show Me You Know); verify competency before sign-off.
• Conduct shift start-up meetings to communicate priorities, safety items, quality concerns, and customer expectations.
• Hold team members accountable to performance, attendance, and conduct standards; escalate HR matters appropriately.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive shift performance against Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost metrics and visual board updates.
• Identify and implement improvements to reduce downtime, scrap, rework, and chemical/utility consumption.
• Participate in 5S, standard work, and problem-solving activities; sustain visual controls on the floor.
• Support cross-shift consistency by following and reinforcing Leader Standard Work (LSW) routines.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a technical or operations discipline preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Proven ability to lead production teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong working knowledge of safety standards, lockout/tagout, and chemical handling requirements.
• Solid computer skills — Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word), Enterprise Resource Planning/Manufacturing Execution Systems (ERP/MES), and shift reporting tools.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to coach, give feedback, and resolve conflict on the floor.
• Availability to work 1st or 2nd shift hours, weekends, and overtime as production demands require.

Preferred

• Direct experience in metal finishing / coatings, electroplating, zinc/zinc-nickel, phosphate, or e-coat operations.
• Familiarity with automotive quality systems (IATF 16949), PPAP, control plans, and customer-specific requirements.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing tools: 5S, standard work, kaizen, A3 problem solving.
• Bilingual (English / Spanish) a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Manufacturing plant environment with exposure to chemicals, heat, humidity, noise, and moving equipment; PPE required.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for the majority of the shift.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs occasionally and perform repetitive motion tasks as needed.
• Required to climb stairs, platforms, and access elevated work areas in and around plating / coating lines.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive salary with shift premium for 3rd shift.
• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k).
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Stable, growing operation with long-tenured leadership and a strong customer base.
• Opportunity to lead and develop a team in a critical role supporting major automotive and industrial customers.