3rd shift Production Supervisor
3rd shift Production Supervisor
Lead People. Drive Results. Make an Impact.
Ready to make things move? At IMS Gear, we don’t just manufacture components—we power motion across the globe.
IMS Gear is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead 3rd shift manufacturing operations in our Gainesville, GA facility. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys developing employees, solving production challenges, and driving continuous improvement. This role oversees production performance, employee development, safety compliance, and quality initiatives.
If you're passionate about leading teams, improving processes, and delivering results, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do
Lead Production Operations
- Supervise daily manufacturing activities to meet production schedules and customer requirements
- Coordinate staffing, equipment, materials, and workflow for maximum efficiency
- Monitor key performance metrics including productivity, downtime, scrap, labor utilization, and quality
- Troubleshoot production challenges and implement corrective actions
- Partner with Quality, Maintenance, and other departments to support operational goals
- Ensure production records, reports, and documentation are completed accurately
Develop and Lead Your Team
- Coach, mentor, and develop production employees
- Set performance expectations and hold team members accountable
- Support recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and training activities
- Conduct performance discussions and employee coaching
- Foster a positive, safe, and collaborative work environment
Promote Safety & Quality
- Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company policies and OSHA requirements
- Conduct safety meetings, audits, and investigations as needed
- Drive quality standards and support compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 systems
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that reduce waste, defects, and downtime
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3 to 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience in a high-volume production environment
- Previous supervisor, team lead, or leadership experience
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, or similar continuous improvement tools
- Knowledge of OSHA, quality systems, and manufacturing best practices
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to analyze production data and make sound operational decisions
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing systems
Physical Requirements
- Lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
- Pushing and pulling up to 250 lbs. using material handling equipment
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching
Why IMS Gear
- Competitive pay and benefits
- 3 weeks of PTO
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Company paid short- and long-term disability coverage
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Employee recognition and appreciation programs
Apply Today
If you're a motivated manufacturing leader who enjoys building high-performing teams and driving operational excellence, we encourage you to apply and become part of the IMS Gear team.
This job description is not intended to be a complete list of duties or responsibilities. Responsibilities may change as business needs evolve.
IMS Gear is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We embrace individuals from all backgrounds and provide employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
3rd shift (10:55pm-7:05am)
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