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How much do manufacturing shift supervisor jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for manufacturing shift supervisor in the United States is $61,705.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,000.00 and $72,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Manufacturing Shift Supervisor do?

A Manufacturing Shift Supervisor oversees the daily operations of a manufacturing shift, ensuring that production goals are met while maintaining quality and safety standards. They manage and coordinate the activities of production workers, address operational issues, and implement company policies on the shop floor. Shift Supervisors also monitor equipment, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and report on production output and workforce performance. Their leadership is critical to maintaining efficiency and resolving any problems that arise during their shift.

What is the difference between Manufacturing Shift Supervisor vs Manufacturing Line Lead?

AspectManufacturing Shift SupervisorManufacturing Line Lead
ResponsibilitiesOversees production, manages staff, ensures safety and quality standardsCoordinates daily operations on the production line, assists with tasks, monitors workflow
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles prefer technical certificationsHigh school diploma; experience in manufacturing often preferred
Work EnvironmentSupervisory role in manufacturing plants, overseeing multiple teamsHands-on role on the production line, working closely with operators
UsageCommonly used in manufacturing management and supervisionOften used for frontline leadership and team coordination

The Manufacturing Shift Supervisor and Manufacturing Line Lead roles share similarities in overseeing production and requiring related certifications. The supervisor typically has broader responsibilities, including managing staff and ensuring safety, while the line lead focuses more on direct line operations and team support. Both roles are essential for smooth manufacturing processes but differ mainly in scope and level of oversight.

What are some common challenges faced by Manufacturing Shift Supervisors, and how can they be effectively managed?

Manufacturing Shift Supervisors often encounter challenges such as balancing production targets with quality standards, addressing unexpected equipment breakdowns, and managing a diverse team with varying skill levels. Effective communication and proactive planning are key to overcoming these issues. Supervisors frequently coordinate with maintenance, quality control, and upper management to resolve problems quickly and maintain workflow. Developing strong leadership skills and staying adaptable helps ensure a productive and positive work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manufacturing Shift Supervisor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manufacturing Shift Supervisor, you need solid leadership abilities, knowledge of production processes, and typically a background in manufacturing or engineering. Familiarity with manufacturing execution systems (MES), lean manufacturing tools, and safety management certifications are often required. Strong communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills help manage teams and maintain workflow efficiency. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring safe, productive, and high-quality operations during each shift.
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Infographic showing various Manufacturing Shift Supervisor job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,705 per year, or $29.7 per hour.
Supervisor, Manufacturing-Filling 2nd Shift

Supervisor, Manufacturing-Filling 2nd Shift

Alkermes

Wilmington, OH • On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Acts as the operational leader on the manufacturing floor during a shift with direct responsibility for Manufacturing Associates and operations executed by that shift.

  • Plans and supervises daily execution of tasks to support the production plan and oversees completion of work through Team Leads.

  • Drives, writes, and approves new SOPs, batch records, and protocols in support of equipment and manufacturing processes associated with the assigned manufacturing area.

Job description


Shift
Monday-Thursday, 3:00 pm to 1:30 am
Summary
This position will provide direct leadership across shifts in manufacturing clinical and commercial products. It will manage multi-disciplined teams of exempt and non-exempt members in a pharmaceutical production area to ensure that all manufacturing systems, production processes, equipment, and the final pharmaceutical product meet or exceed Alkermes' manufacturing standards, regulatory requirements, and business objectives.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
  • Acts functionally as the operational leader on the floor during a shift with direct responsibility for Manufacturing Associates and operations executed by that shift
  • Provides effective, 'hands-on' leadership to the production team as a whole, including Team Leaders and Manufacturing Associates, across all shifts in the production of pharmaceutical drug product
  • Plans and supervises daily execution of tasks to support published production plan and supervises completion of work through the Team Leads
  • Supports the Line Manager in complying with identified responsibilities (RACI- Responsibility, Accountability, Consultation, and Information)
  • Ensures robust and timely communication of defined operational / planning activities associated with the execution of daily production
  • Provides Manufacturing Line Manager operational detail and planning as required to comply with production planning and to support Manager's initiatives
  • Drives / Writes / Approves new SOPs, batch records, and/or protocols in support of equipment and manufacturing processes associated with the assigned manufacturing area.
  • Directly interface with support groups, including facility and process maintenance, engineering, quality assurance, quality control, planning, warehousing, and process development, to ensure the operational status of the manufacturing area in support of the published production schedule.
  • Supports quality investigations, continuous improvement efforts, and engineering/maintenance/quality control/quality operations activities as they directly impact the functionality of the manufacturing area.
  • Initiate appropriate action when process deviations occur, authoring investigations when required, to ensure the timely release of product and/or continuity of operation of the manufacturing line
  • Ensures compliance with cGMP in the manufacture of products
  • Ensure maintenance and upkeep of the facility and process employed within the area of responsibility
  • Directly interfaces with Development and Engineering in the Technology Transfer of new products or processes to the manufacturing area, focusing on implementation, operation, and procedural execution.
  • In conjunction with manufacturing training support, ensure opportunities for training for new and current operators
  • Ensure qualification of operators, consistent with SOP, to support cGMP manufacturing of pharmaceutical product
  • Supervise, develop and evaluate Team Leader(s) and Manufacturing Associates
  • Works with Team Leads to ensure all their direct reports have clear goals and that the Team Leads are meeting regularly with their staff to review the goals and redirect work as needed.

Qualifications
Basic Requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • 5 years' experience, preferably in pharmaceutical manufacturing or other regulated industry.

Preferred Requirements
  • Prefer BS in Engineering, Scientific Discipline or Business
  • 3-5 years of supervisory experience

Competencies
  • Demonstrated experience leading/supervising exempt and non-exempt employees in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment comparable to the proposed manufacturing area
  • Demonstrates advanced skills, particularly in operational planning, product/process impact, personnel management, multitasking, delegation, and interpersonal relationship building.
  • Thorough knowledge of and experience in a manufacturing environment operating under cGMP
  • Basic knowledge of chemistry, biology, and math; Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
  • Ability to operate all types of production equipment
  • Able to comply with procedures for gowning in controlled or aseptic areas
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; detail-oriented
  • General knowledge of pharmaceutical finished product manufacture standards
  • Ability to interview, hire and develop personnel
  • Must be able to accomplish assignments on time
  • Team Player committed to quality and working effectively with others
  • Motivated self-starter
  • Detail and results-oriented
  • Dependable
  • Well organized
  • Efficient worker with good communication skills

Physical Requirements
  • Occasional periods of repetitive motion.
  • Aseptic gowning must be maintained, including an annual requalification.
  • Walking, lifting, pushing and pulling carts, reaching, climbing, and bending may all be required.
  • Ability to operate all types of production equipment (i.e., Rockwell HMI, Autoclaves, etc.)
  • Ability to read, understand, and accurately follow company SOP's and guidelines.
  • Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs. overhead. Ability to team lift up to 100 lbs.
  • Ability to stand in steel-toed shoes for a minimum of 7 hrs.

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About Us
Why join Team Alkermes?
Alkermes applies its decades of deep neuroscience expertise to develop medicines designed to help people living with complex and difficult-to-treat psychiatric and neurological disorders. A global biopharmaceutical company, headquartered in Ireland with U.S. locations in Massachusetts and Ohio, we seek to make a meaningful difference in the way people manage their diseases. We have a portfolio of proprietary commercial products for the treatment of alcohol dependence, opioid dependence, schizophrenia, bipolar I disorder and narcolepsy, and a pipeline of clinical and preclinical candidates in development for various psychiatric and neurological disorders.
We are proud to have been recognized as an employer of choice by many national organizations. In 2024 and 2025, we were certified as a Great Place to Work in the U.S. and named one of Massachusetts' Top Places to Work by the Boston Globe, a Best Place to Work in Greater Cincinnati by the Cincinnati Business Courier and recognized as a Best Place to Work in BioPharma by Fortune Magazine.
Alkermes, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any qualified applicant or employee because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Alkermes also complies with all work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Alkermes is an E-Verify employer.

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