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Manufacturing Leader – 2nd Shift
Location: On-site in Jackson, TN or Oakfield, TN
Schedule: Second shift, Monday through Friday, 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
A growing industrial manufacturer is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Leader to manage second-shift operations in a fast-moving plant environment. This is a strong opportunity for a floor leader who enjoys building team performance, improving daily output, and creating a safe, accountable culture. The right person will step into a visible role with direct impact on safety, productivity, quality, and employee development, while partnering closely with plant leadership to keep operations running smoothly.
This Role Offers
- Competitive base salary with quarterly bonus opportunity & overtime eligibility
- Stable on-site leadership role in a manufacturing setting
- High visibility with plant leadership and cross-functional teams
- Opportunity to drive continuous improvement and team development on second shift
Focus
- Guide second-shift floor operations to keep people safe, orders moving, and quality on target
- Use daily production metrics to spot gaps, remove waste, and improve line performance
- Partner with maintenance and quality teams to reduce downtime and keep product standards consistent
- Coach hourly employees on safe work practices, standard procedures, and day-to-day execution
- Review staffing, assignments, and handoffs so the shift starts strong and ends cleanly
- Keep time, attendance, and production records organized and up to date
- Support basic troubleshooting and minor equipment adjustments when issues affect output
- Help build a team culture centered on accountability, communication, and continuous improvement
Skill Set
- Supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment
- At least 2 years of related leadership or team lead experience is preferred
- Completion of a high school education or equivalent is necessary.
- Associate degree or technical training is preferred
- Familiarity with manufacturing performance metrics, workplace safety protocols, and product quality requirements.
- Ability to lead teams, address performance issues, and reinforce workplace expectations
- Comfortable working cross-functionally with maintenance, quality, and operations partners
- Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Mechanical aptitude and comfort in a hands-on production setting are helpful
Work Environment
- On-site manufacturing environment
- Moderate to high noise environment with required PPE
- Role may involve standing, walking, and occasional lifting in support of plant operations
About Blue Signal:
Blue Signal is an award-winning, executive search firm specializing in various specialties. Our recruiters have a proven track record of placing top-tier talent across industry verticals, with deep expertise in numerous professional services. Learn more at bit.ly/46Gs4yS
Salary : $55,000 - $60,000