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Bethesda Home of Aberdeen

RN/LPN, Night Shift

Aberdeen, SD · On-site

$26.75 - $36.25/hr

SHIFT: * Night shifts available * Full or part time * Positions will include a weekend and holiday ... Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as may be ...

Q LLC

Quality Inspector - Weekend Night Shift

Dover, NH · On-site

Quality Inspector - Weekend Night Shift Location: Dover, NH Schedule: Saturday & Sunday, 6:00 PM ... government source inspections. • Experience inspecting components manufactured from 17-4 PH ...

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Future Ventures

WI · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

SUPERVISOR, STARSHIP HEATSHIELD - NIGHT SHIFT RESPONSIBILITIES * Supervise shop floor activity ... S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S ...

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Night Shift Production Supervisor

Clinton, TN · On-site

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Clinton, TN · On-site

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for night shift government in the United States is $15.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.26 and $16.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Night Shift Government job refers to a position within a government agency that requires employees to work overnight hours, typically outside the standard 9-to-5 schedule. These roles exist in sectors such as law enforcement, emergency services, transportation, and public safety to ensure continuous operations. Workers in these positions may receive shift differentials or additional compensation for working non-traditional hours. Duties vary depending on the specific role but often involve public service, monitoring systems, or responding to emergencies. Night shift government employees play a crucial role in maintaining essential services and public safety around the clock.

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Working the night shift in a government position can involve unique challenges such as lower staffing levels, increased responsibility for critical decisions, and handling time-sensitive matters with limited immediate supervision. You may need to interact with partner agencies, vendors, or the public at off-peak hours, requiring strong communication and adaptability. While the pace may vary depending on the department, night shift employees often play a crucial role in ensuring 24/7 government functions are uninterrupted. This can result in valuable experience, added autonomy, and potential opportunities for advancement due to increased responsibilities associated with working non-traditional hours.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the night shift government position, and why are they important?

To excel in a Night Shift Government position, candidates typically need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a background in relevant government operations or administration, often demonstrated through prior public sector experience or related education. Familiarity with government databases, reporting tools, and compliance management systems is usually necessary, along with any certifications specific to the department or agency (such as security clearance or records management). Exceptional communication, reliability, and the ability to work independently while demonstrating problem-solving skills are valuable soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure effective continuation of essential government services after hours, maintaining compliance and quality standards when working with reduced supervision.

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Infographic showing various Night Shift Government job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,645 per year, or $15.2 per hour.

Manufacturing Shift Supervisor (Night Shift)

Viavi Solutions

Santa Rosa, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Supervise and manage production personnel, equipment, and materials within the Performance Products Group.

  • Monitor processes, report and investigate safety issues, and implement corrective measures.

  • Coordinate with other departments to ensure safe production and shipment of quality products while meeting customer requirements.

Job description

Summary:

VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions for telecommunications, cloud, enterprises, first responders, military, aerospace, and railway. VIAVI is also a leader in light management technologies for 3D sensing, anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, government and aerospace applications.
We are the people behind the products that help keep the world connected at home, school, work, at play, and everywhere in between. VIAVI employees are passionate about supporting customer success and we welcome people who bring their best every day to the company - to question, to collaborate and to push for solutions that will delight our customers.
Night Shift (12 hour shifts - condensed 3-4-3 schedule)

Duties & Responsibilities:

Job Details:
This position is accountable for the supervision and management of Production personnel, equipment, and materials of the Performance Products Group, within a framework of safety, high productivity, high quality and yields, continuous improvement, and product delivery commitments. We operate under AS-9500 quality standard and familiarity with an ISO quality environment and requirements is a plus.

  • Position includes hiring and training of subordinates using the Learning System, monitoring processes, reporting and investigation of safety issues (root cause analysis & implementing corrective measures), scheduling resources and prioritizing workflow through the manufacturing area.
  • Interacts with other departments to assure the safe production and shipment of quality products while meeting and exceeding customer requirements.
  • Position is Day shift Monday - Friday (normal hours); other hours may be required as needed

Pre-Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements:

Qualifications

  • Associates or BA/BS Degree

  • Strong supervisory management skills

  • A technical background related to vacuum deposition or equivalent experience working in a vacuum coating area.

  • Production area is in Class 10 cleanroom, requiring wearing of clean room gown, hood and booties with gloves and safety glasses.

  • Strong supervisory management skills are essential for individual to effectively interact and communicate with co-workers, technicians, other departments (Maintenance, Logistics, Engineering, Process, etc) and customers, to prioritize and schedule the production of quality products to meet the customer's delivery requirements.

  • Key Metrics that successful individual will be expected to drive:

    • On-time delivery to promise (OSD), safety programs and observations via the Behavior Based Safety methodology, process yield/quality, cost & waste reductions, and safety record.

If you have what it takes to push boundaries and seize opportunities, apply to join our team today.

VIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer - minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities.

Job Posting Pay Range:

60,200

to

111,800

Exceptional qualifications, experience and location may impact salary. VIAVI offers a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, health, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and a bonus program.

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