Team Lead– 2nd Shift

Location: Northeast Houston, TX

Step into a leadership role where your presence on the production floor truly matters. A growing metals manufacturing company in Northeast Houston is seeking a Working Production Supervisor to lead second shift operations and drive safety, quality, and productivity in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This position is ideal for a hands-on leader who enjoys working alongside their team, solving problems in real time, and taking ownership of daily operations. Reporting to the Senior Production Supervisor, you will play a critical role in ensuring production goals are met while maintaining a strong safety and compliance culture.

Schedule & Shift Details

• Arrival: 2:00 PM for the daily 2:30 PM production meeting

• Shift Hours: 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM

• Days: 5–6 days per week

• Overtime: Paid after 40 hours

Position Overview

The Production Supervisor leads second shift operations while remaining actively involved in production activities. This is a true working supervisor role, requiring regular equipment operation, floor leadership, and direct engagement with production teams to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations.

Work Environment

• Approximately 50% of time operating a sit-down propane forklift

• Roughly 90% of time spent on the production floor

• About 10% dedicated to administrative and reporting duties

Key Responsibilities

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Enforce Environmental, Safety, and Health (ESH) policies

• Ensure compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) standards

• Conduct and document daily forklift and crane inspections

• Perform respirator inspections and confirm employee compliance

• Maintain required safety logs and reports

• Assist with incident investigations and corrective actions

Production & Operations

• Supervise daily production activities including mill operations, decoiling, roll-up, saw operations, packaging, and scrap handling

• Step into production roles as needed to maintain workflow

• Coordinate production priorities with senior leadership

• Verify completed work meets specifications, measurements, and schedules

Reporting & Inventory

• Track attendance, labor utilization, and break compliance

• Complete accurate daily production reports

• Identify material shortages and document corrective actions

• Conduct weekly inventory counts and submit supply requests

Leadership & Team Development

• Adjust staffing based on production needs

• Coach, train, and provide feedback to team members

• Support hiring, performance reviews, and employee development

• Initiate corrective actions in alignment with company policy

Facility & Housekeeping

• Maintain housekeeping and safety standards throughout the facility

• Oversee end-of-shift cleanup and documentation

• Secure the facility at shift end

• Verify proper scrap segregation and loading accuracy

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

• 3–5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing or production

• Sit-down propane forklift experience required

• Overhead crane experience preferred

• Ability to wear a respirator

• Strong leadership, communication, and math skills

• Ability to read a tape measure and communicate effectively in English

• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations

• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-driven environment

Why This Role Stands Out

• Hands-on leadership with direct operational impact

• Paid overtime after 40 hours

• Stable opportunity with a growing manufacturer in Northeast Houston

• Safety- and quality-driven workplace culture

• Opportunity to lead teams and influence production performance

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re looking for a leadership role where your experience, accountability, and work ethic make a real difference, we encourage you to apply today.

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