Manufacturing Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for precision, quality, and innovation in scientific manufacturing? Restek, a global leader in chromatography products and solutions, is looking for a skilled Manufacturing Supervisor to guide and inspire a high-performing team. This critical role supports the production of industry-leading analytical columns and accessories used by scientists around the world.

As a Manufacturing Supervisor, you’ll play a hands-on role in ensuring operational excellence, executing production plans, optimizing logistics, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. You'll also coach and develop your team to ensure both performance and career growth align with Restek’s Core Values.

This full-time position oversees a second shift operations team, following a Monday through Friday 1:30 pm - 10:30 pm schedule.

What You'll Do:

Operations:

1. Initiate process improvements, including automation opportunities, to enhance departmental efficiency. Collaborate with other managers and departments to integratebestpractices and improve quality and productivity.

1. Review departmental data for quality and technical issues; implement corrective actions and improvements as needed. Approve outgoing quality inspection data.

1. Analyze data using statistical techniques to develop specifications aligning with process capabilities and customer requirements.

1. Collaborate with the Environmental Health and Safety Officer to enhance safety protocols and create a safer work environment.

Strategic:

1. Implement projects aligned with Restek’s strategic product and quality goals. Track project outcomes and communicate results effectively.

1. Develop and manage departmental budgets, ensuring cost targets are met or exceeded.

People:

1. Train, mentor, and coach production team members to enhance their skills and capabilities.

1. Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

1. Address employee concerns and conduct performance evaluations.

1. Manage department staffing levels and participate in the hiring process as needed.

What You'll Bring:

Education/Experience:

• Minimum High School Diploma/GED required, some college coursework in a related field preferred.
• At least five years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in a supervisory role.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of quality improvement systems, process analysis, experimental design, and chemistry principles. Knowledge of chromatography is preferred.
• Proven leadership skills with prior supervisory experience.
• Strong critical thinking, troubleshooting, and independent decision-making skills.
• Ability to lead and develop teams effectively.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with Marketing, Sales, and/or Customer Service beneficial.

This position will require the successful completion of a standard background check in accordance with Restek policy. Employment with Restek will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

 What Makes Restek Unique

 We prioritize work-life balance and well-being with offerings like generous PTO, unlimited sick time, onsite fitness center and wellness program with incentives, childcare reimbursement, and adoption assistance—giving you the tools to Own Your Well-Being. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and robust 8% retirement contributions, you can Own Your Financial Future while sharing in the success you help create. Our commitment to development ensures you can Own Your Growth through learning opportunities, career advancement programs, and a collaborative culture that values innovation and teamwork.

 At Restek, our core values—We Care, Better Every Day, Respect for All, and Win Together—are at the heart of everything we do. We care deeply about our employee-owners, our customers, and the communities we serve around the world. We strive to be better every day by fostering personal and professional growth while delivering solutions that drive positive global change. We value respect for all, creating a workplace where every voice matters and diverse perspectives drive innovation. And we believe we win together, celebrating shared success as a 100% employee-owned company.

 We are an equal opportunity employer, considering applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Restek provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable laws.

 If you’re ready to join a team that lives its values and empowers you to Own Your Future, we’d love to hear your story. Apply today.