Production Supervisor 3rd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Production Supervisor

Location: Chaska, MN
Reports To: Operations / Plant Manager
Schedule: 8–10 hour shifts (some flexibility and occasional overtime required)

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead and coordinate daily manufacturing operations in a fast-paced, regulated environment. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who drives productivity, safety, and quality, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

Production Management

• Direct daily production activities to ensure customer orders are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Conduct daily shift meetings to communicate goals, progress, and priorities.
• Monitor workflow to identify and remove bottlenecks, maintaining continuous line operation.
• Track performance against production metrics and take corrective action as needed.
• Maintain strong floor presence—observe, coach, and motivate team members to achieve results.

Continuous Improvement & Lean Culture

• Promote and uphold a “lean action” mindset across all processes.
• Apply lean manufacturing tools and principles to eliminate waste and improve efficiency.
• Implement and sustain 5S practices (Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize, Sustain).
• Use metrics and KPIs to identify performance gaps and drive improvement plans.
• Ensure all SOPs and Work Instructions are current, trained, and consistently followed.

Safety, Quality, and Housekeeping

• Ensure all safety policies and OSHA standards are strictly followed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment through routine inspections.
• Verify that sanitation, cleaning, and maintenance processes are executed and documented.
• Lead by example in maintaining a safe, efficient, and quality-driven operation.

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise 5–6 lead employees overseeing 15–35 hourly staff and temporary workers.
• Recruit, train, and retain high-performing team members aligned with company values.
• Coach and mentor employees to support growth, engagement, and accountability.
• Conduct timely performance evaluations and address performance issues appropriately.
• Maintain accurate employee documentation and support career development planning.

Company DescriptionLabor Solutions, LLC is a leader in the professional, temporary, and direct hire industry throughout the Midwest area. Our clients range from individual entrepreneurs to large corporations, and while we are big enough to serve Fortune 100 companies, we are small enough to stay nimble in an always-changing market.

Thank you!

Company Description

Labor Solutions, LLC is a leader in the professional, temporary, and direct hire industry throughout the Midwest area. Our clients range from individual entrepreneurs to large corporations, and while we are big enough to serve Fortune 100 companies, we are small enough to stay nimble in an always-changing market.\r\n\r\nThank you!