Aerospace Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Production Supervisor – 2nd Shift

Location: Southwick, MA 01077
Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Shift: 2nd Shift
Salary: $36–$44/hour

About the Company

We are an aerospace manufacturing company specializing in complex equipment and precision components. We are looking for an experienced Production Supervisor to lead our 2nd-shift manufacturing team in Southwick, MA.

About the Role

The Production Supervisor will oversee daily production and assembly operations while leading a team of manufacturing employees. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will help keep production on schedule, maintain quality standards, and make sure the team has the support and direction needed to meet its goals.

The ideal candidate has previous manufacturing leadership experience along with a strong understanding of CNC machining, production equipment, and manufacturing processes.

What You'll Do

• Lead and supervise the 2nd-shift production team.
• Plan and coordinate daily production activities and priorities.
• Set up machines and equipment and perform direct labor when needed.
• Assign work, delegate tasks, and provide direction to employees.
• Hire, train, coach, and mentor employees.
• Manage employee performance, attendance, overtime, PTO, and timekeeping.
• Monitor production throughout the shift and address issues as they come up.
• Maintain production and time records.
• Work with Engineering to address manufacturing issues, work orders, prints, tooling, and production methods.
• Work with Quality Control to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Help improve production methods, efficiency, and product quality.
• Adjust production schedules and priorities based on customer needs.
• Make sure equipment is operating properly and production meets quality standards.
• Enforce safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area following 6S procedures.
• Respond appropriately to employee or facility incidents and report issues to management.
• Travel between the Southwick and Westfield facilities when needed.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required; degree preferred.
• Previous experience leading, supervising, or coaching a manufacturing team.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining processes, equipment operation, and programming.
• Hands-on manufacturing experience.
• Ability to lead, motivate, coach, and develop employees.
• Experience with production scheduling and meeting deadlines.
• Knowledge of ERP systems; Visual experience is preferred.
• Basic understanding of employee performance management, timekeeping, and employment practices.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to identify areas for improvement and improve production efficiency.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of manufacturing safety procedures and regulations.

Benefits

• $36–$44/hour
• Direct-hire position
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Career growth opportunities
• Stable position with an established aerospace manufacturing company

Working Conditions

This is a hands-on aerospace manufacturing environment with exposure to machine noise, moving equipment, sharp metal, fumes, dust, oil, and cutting fluids.

The position requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods, climb stairs, bend, reach overhead, push/pull, and lift up to 30 pounds as needed.

Pay: $36.00 - $44.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person