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Production Supervisor

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Job overview

The Production Supervisor supports shift execution and materials-to-production flow in a manufacturing organization. The role oversees production planning and scheduling, monitors activities, balances labor and machine requirements, and directly supervises an assigned shift. The schedule is Sunday through Tuesday, 3 p.m. to 3 a.m., with a possible later move to Monday through Friday.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Production PlanningProduction SchedulingProduction KnowledgeLeadershipCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsWorking IndependentlyEnglishClose VisionColor VisionPeripheral VisionDepth PerceptionLifting

Qualifications

High School GraduationVocational Training3 Years Manufacturing Experience

Full job description

Our client, manufacturing organization is seeking a Production Supervisor to join their team. As a Production Supervisor, you will be part of the production operations team supporting shift execution and materials-to-production flow. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, clear communication, and the ability to work with minimal supervision, aligning successfully in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Job Title: Production Supervisor

Location: Allentown, PA

Shift: Sunday-Tuesday 3pm-3am ( will likely be moved to Monday through Friday at a later date)

What's the Job?

  • Oversee and ensure proper production planning and scheduling are carried out during the assigned shift.

  • Monitor production activities and address issues to prevent deviations from production schedules.

  • Balance labor cost and machine requirements during the assigned shift to support efficient output.

  • Provide direct supervision to an assigned shift, including motivation and development of subordinates to optimize performance and personal growth.

  • Oversee routine housekeeping as required and perform other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager, including assisting related department activities.

What's Needed?

  • Graduation from High School, including or supplemented by vocational training.

  • Minimum three (3) years employment in a manufacturing environment.

  • Comprehensive knowledge of product production and strong leadership skills.

  • Excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills; ability to work with minimum supervision as a self-starter.

  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language; vision includes close, color, peripheral, and depth perception; ability to lift and handle objects up to 100 lbs. on a routine basis.

What's in it for me?

  • Opportunity to lead a shift and directly influence production performance and team development.

  • Clear responsibility for planning, procurement support, storage, control, and distribution of materials and products to meet shift objectives.

  • A role focused on continuous improvement through schedule adherence and proactive issue resolution.

  • Hands-on leadership in a manufacturing environment where your communication and organization matter.

  • Support from the Plant Manager while you supervise daily shift execution.

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals.

In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. Manpower is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis, Talent Solutions and Jefferson Wells. For more information about Manpower, follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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