Production Supervisor
On-site · Watertown, South Dakota, United States
Job Summary
Weekend Shift Supervisor leads production operations on a 3-day, 12-hour weekend schedule in Watertown, SD, helping build and lead a brand-new shift while promoting safety, quality, and productivity. Responsibilities include coaching and developing production employees, planning and assigning labor to meet schedules, monitoring workflow, resolving production issues, enforcing a strong safety culture, and driving continuous improvement initiatives (including 5S and process improvements). The role requires effective cross-department communication, accountability on the floor, and a team-oriented mindset to empower employees and support operational performance. Dakotaland Manufacturing emphasizes UPSCALE values and long-term career growth, with equal opportunity employment. The position offers leadership impact in a growing manufacturing environment and opportunities for advancement.
Required Qualifications
- Previous manufacturing leadership, lead, or supervisory experience preferred
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate and hold teams accountable
- Positive attitude, strong communication skills, and team-oriented mindset
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
- Ability to adapt quickly and lead through change
- Experience with production scheduling, coaching employees, and driving operational performance is a plus
- Someone who leads by example and takes pride in developing people and building strong teams
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