Manufacturing Supervisor

Chicago, IL Pay: $70,000–$80,000 base + bonus + overtime at 1.5x Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday

A multi-generational manufacturer with over 100 years of continuous operation is adding a manufacturing supervisor to its team. The facility runs a single shift, has a long-tenured workforce, and continues to invest in equipment and process improvements. The culture is stable, loyalty-driven, and built on consistency.

This position opened due to a supervisor retirement. The focus is on floor presence, team accountability, and keeping production moving efficiently day to day.

What the Job Involves

· Plan and manage daily production schedules to hit output and delivery targets

· Oversee machine setups, changeovers, and mid-shift workflow adjustments

· Allocate labor across production lines to maintain efficiency and throughput

· Track production metrics and identify areas for improvement in uptime and quality

· Support troubleshooting alongside the team to minimize unplanned downtime

· Ensure strong start-of-day readiness and adjust priorities as conditions change

· Build team flexibility through cross-training initiatives

· Maintain consistent floor presence and hold the team accountable to safety and performance standards

· Support overtime operations as needed

What They Need

· BS, BA, or AAS degree preferred, or equivalent of 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience

· Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a production or manufacturing setting

· Mechanically inclined, experience with setups and comfortable in a hands-on production environment

· Experience managing daily schedules, changeovers, and workflow priorities

· Strong leadership and communication skills

· Organized, decisive, and comfortable holding people accountable