2nd Shift Production Supervisor

Why join us? Geiger furnishes the modern office with beautiful solutions for private offices, conference rooms, collaborative spaces, and more. Geiger designs play an important role in creating environments where people want to be-spaces that stimulate creative and analytical thinking, strengthen organizational culture, and communicate trust to clients and visitors. Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It's the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Geiger means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Geiger to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone. Shift : Monday-Thursday, 3 : 00 PM - 1 : 30 AM, additional hours as needed GENERAL PURPOSE Lead and develop a team within our furniture manufacturing operation to achieve excellence in safety, quality, reliability, cost, and employee engagement. The 2nd Shift Production Supervisor plays a key role in meeting production goals, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a positive, high-performance culture. This role ensures that all departmental objectives align with and support our overall business strategy through effective leadership, planning, and hands-on execution on the shop floor. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Continuous Improvement Drive ongoing improvement by identifying and eliminating waste while creating processes that deliver 100% value to the customer. Lead and model a culture of daily Kaizen-encouraging employees to proactively identify and solve problems to move the organization toward "true north." Leadership & Team Development Motivate, coach, and empower employees to take ownership of their work. Set clear expectations, encourage creativity and problem-solving, and hold the team accountable for using standardized work practices. Recognize and celebrate achievements and provide regular feedback through coaching, performance reviews, and ongoing communication. Production & Quality Oversee production to ensure consistent on-time delivery of defect-free products. Partner with Quality and Customer Service teams to identify root causes of issues, implement corrective actions, and maintain compliance with ISO 9000 and company quality standards. Safety & 5S Promote and maintain a safe work environment for all team members and visitors. Lead by example in adhering to 5S principles, enforcing safety policies, and ensuring all employees complete required safety training. Support corporate and plant environmental goals and compliance requirements. Shop Floor Engagement Spend the majority of time on the production floor to monitor processes, observe performance, and engage directly with employees. Use firsthand knowledge and input to make meaningful operational improvements. Staffing & Development Manage staffing levels to meet production needs, participate in employee selection and onboarding, and support ongoing skills development. Identify and grow talent within the team to strengthen long-term operational capability. Operational Excellence Maintain focus on customer demand (takt time) and one-piece flow principles to ensure production meets real-time customer needs efficiently and effectively. Additional Responsibilities Perform other related duties as assigned to support business objectives and plant success. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education & Experience High school diploma or GED required. Minimum of four years of successful supervisory experience in a manufacturing or operations environment, or equivalent leadership experience directing the work of others with measurable results. Skills & Abilities Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written. Proven ability to motivate, coach, and develop team members in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated success resolving conflict and fostering collaboration within teams. Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and ISO quality systems. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities with a focus on results. Proficient with Microsoft Office and standard office communication tools. Core competencies include : integrity and trust, customer focus, decisiveness, relationship building, communication, systemic thinking, flexibility, innovation, and business acumen. Who We Hire? Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Geiger is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We're committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities. This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings. MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at careers_help@millerknoll.com. Employment Type : Full Time