Position Summary :
The Shift Supervisor at Flexcraft is responsible for leading and coaching employees during their assigned shift to ensure a safe, productive, and compliant work environment. This role oversees daily operations, monitors performance, enforces company policies, and communicates with leadership to drive continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with strong organizational and communication skills, capable of managing a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities :
- Manage staff scheduling, job assignments, and overtime needs
- Resolve staffing issues and ensure production schedules are met
- Monitor employee performance and provide coaching, feedback, and recognition
- Address employee concerns and resolve issues in alignment with company policies
- Conduct shift-start audits of the manufacturing floor
- Monitor machines and productivity to ensure operations meet standards
- Ensure quality standards and company policies are consistently followed
- Drive improvements in quality, waste reduction, and throughput
- Review and approve timecards and PTO requests in ADP
- Complete and monitor reports including shift logs, productivity, scrap, and downtime
- Ensure accurate data entry in IQMS and other ERP systems
Qualifications :
Education & Certifications :
College degree or equivalent work experienceExperience & Skills :
Experience in manufacturing and warehouse environmentsExperience managing teams of 30+ employeesFamiliarity with blow molding and / or injection molding preferredIntermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)Experience with ERP systems (IQMS preferred)Strong understanding of production equipment, tools, and proceduresKnowledge of roles reporting to the Supervisor and other department functionsSoft Skills :
Strong business acumen and organizational skillsExcellent problem-solving and time management abilitiesHigh attention to detail and analytical thinkingAbility to multitask and shift focus without losing track of prioritiesResults-driven with sound judgment and client-service mindsetNatural leadership and coaching abilityCollaborative, flexible, and positive team playerReliable, trustworthy, and committed to professional developmentStrong verbal and written communication skillsPhysical Requirements :
Regularly lift boxes up to 50 lbsSit for extended periods and perform repetitive hand / wrist motionsReach with hands and arms; frequent movement around the factory and warehouseClose vision and color vision required; frequent computer monitor useYou should be proficient in :
Manufacturing Instruction (MI)Supervisory ExperienceLean Manufacturing Principles