Night Shift SupervisorLocation: Wheeling, IL
Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site
About Our ClientOur client is a rapidly growing ISO-certified manufacturer specializing in standard and specialty fasteners, custom cold formed components, and engineered fastening solutions serving a broad industrial customer base across North America. The organization operates a high-output production facility focused on quality, precision manufacturing, and customer-driven delivery solutions.
Position OverviewOur client is seeking an experienced Night Shift Supervisor to lead and oversee all third-shift manufacturing operations within a fast-paced cold heading / fastener production environment. This individual will be responsible for ensuring production efficiency, maintaining quality standards, supervising shift personnel, troubleshooting manufacturing issues, and enforcing workplace safety procedures.
The ideal candidate must bring strong prior experience supervising teams in the Cold Heading Industry and possess a hands-on understanding of high-volume fastener manufacturing processes.
Key ResponsibilitiesSupervise and coordinate all nightly production floor activities.
Lead, train, and manage shift employees to ensure productivity and performance expectations are met.
Monitor production schedules and ensure on-time completion of manufacturing orders.
Troubleshoot machine, tooling, and operational issues to minimize downtime.
Partner with quality, maintenance, and production planning teams to resolve workflow challenges.
Ensure all manufactured components meet required quality and specification standards.
Maintain compliance with workplace safety regulations and internal manufacturing procedures.
Track equipment performance, labor utilization, and shift output metrics.
Prepare shift reports and communicate operational updates to leadership.
Required QualificationsPrevious supervisory/leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
Mandatory experience in the Cold Heading Industry / Fastener Manufacturing Industry.
Strong understanding of:
Cold heading production processes
Tooling changes/setups
Production scheduling
Quality assurance procedures
Equipment troubleshooting
Proven ability to lead teams in a high-volume, deadline-driven operation.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
Ability to work full-time on night shift.
Preferred QualificationsExperience overseeing fastener manufacturing, specialty screw/bolt production, or custom formed metal parts.
Familiarity with ISO quality standards, SPC, PPAP, and lean manufacturing environments.
Associate's or Bachelor's degree is a plus.
Compensation & BenefitsStable full-time direct hire opportunity
Growth with a rapidly expanding manufacturing organization
Long-term leadership opportunity within operations
Company Description
W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.
We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.
Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.
We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.
We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.
Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.
As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.
