- Salary
- $70k – $80k
- Location
- Manchester
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- IT
- Education
- Bachelor
- Closing date
- 2 weeks ago
- Source
- CareersPage
Description
Production Supervisor – 2nd Shift | Manchester, Iowa
Transparent Search Group is conducting a search on behalf of a manufacturing client based in Manchester, Iowa. This is an on-site, 2nd shift supervisory role suited for an experienced production professional who is local to the area or already planning a move to Iowa. Candidates outside this geography will not be considered at this time.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and direct production floor employees during the 2nd shift to meet daily output and quality targets
- Monitor workflow, staffing levels, and equipment utilization to ensure operational efficiency
- Enforce safety protocols and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards
- Identify and address production bottlenecks, equipment issues, and personnel concerns in a timely manner
- Maintain accurate shift records including production logs, downtime reports, and employee attendance
- Coordinate with maintenance, quality, and day-shift supervision to support continuity of operations
- Provide coaching, performance feedback, and on-the-job training to production staff
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience in a supervisory capacity
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop hourly production teams
- Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, safety standards, and quality control practices
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Proficiency with basic production reporting and scheduling tools
- High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's degree in a related field is a plus
Why This Opportunity
Our client is a stable manufacturing operation with an established presence in northeast Iowa. This role offers direct leadership responsibility and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on daily operations. The position carries a competitive base salary in the range of $70,000 to $80,000, commensurate with experience. Candidates must be local to the Manchester, Iowa area or actively relocating to Iowa, as relocation assistance is not available for this position. If you have a proven track record in manufacturing supervision and are looking for a consistent, long-term opportunity, we encourage you to apply.
