Production Shift Supervisor

Burlington Medical

. Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet established schedules and quality standards .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $50,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in supervising production activities, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency. Proficient in managing production metrics and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet production targets and quality standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Production Process KnowledgeLean ManufacturingSix SigmaSafety Management CertificationSupervisory Experience

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Hard Skills

Production ManagementQuality Control StandardsTechnical Document InterpretationProduction SchedulingProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipProblem-SolvingEffective CommunicationTraining and Development

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeERP SystemsProduction Management SoftwareAdvanced Production Tracking Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Safety Management CertificationSupervisory Training Programs

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentComplianceProduction MetricsContinuous Improvement Methodologies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet established schedules and quality standards
Monitor and enforce compliance with safety protocols and company policies
Lead, train, and evaluate production team members, providing guidance and support
Identify and resolve operational issues to minimize production delays and maintain continuous workflow
Collaborate with maintenance, quality assurance, and management teams on equipment, process, and quality challenges
Maintain accurate production records, prepare shift reports, and communicate key information to management
Implement process improvements and best practices to increase efficiency and reduce waste
Monitor production metrics, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions
Serve as a liaison between management and production teams to facilitate communication and problem-solving
Ensure production targets are met on time, within budget, and in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent required
Associate degree or higher in manufacturing, engineering, or related field preferred
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including at least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership role
Strong knowledge of production processes, safety regulations, and quality control standards
Ability to read and interpret production schedules, technical documents, and safety guidelines
Proficiency in basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office and production management software
Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing management, or related discipline preferred
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies preferred
Certification in safety management or supervisory training programs preferred
Familiarity with ERP systems and advanced production tracking tools preferred
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities effectively preferred
Availability for 2nd shift, Monday–Friday