Plant Supervisor II - 2nd Shift

Posted:
4/20/2026, 2:39:14 AM

Location(s):
Connecticut, United States ⋅ Wallingford, Connecticut, United States

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
IT & Security

Job Summary

To coach and otherwise guide a team of employees to achieve optimum levels of productivity, quality and safety while meeting operational deadlines and budgets. This typically includes recruiting and hiring qualified employees and ensuring that they receive all necessary training and education. Additionally, the supervisor is responsible for maintaining a high performance work environment through appropriate goal setting, operating principles, communication, and fair treatment of all employees. As necessary, the supervisor must take action to correct poor performance and poor behavior that puts the employee or team at risk or impacts the team’s ability to achieve its objectives.

Job Description

Plant Supervisor – Second Shift

Base Salary: $55,000 – $70,000 + Monthly Gainshare Incentive
Schedule: Second Shift

About the Role

We’re looking for a hands‑on Second Shift Plant Supervisor to lead operations on the production floor. This role is ideal for a supervisor who enjoys coaching teams, solving problems in real time, and keeping production running safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

You’ll be the go‑to leader on second shift—supporting operators, coordinating production activities, and ensuring standards are met every shift.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and support hourly production employees on second shift
  • Ensure safety, quality, and productivity goals are met
  • Assign work, monitor performance, and provide day‑to‑day coaching
  • Address production issues and escalate when needed
  • Support training, cross‑training, and continuous improvement efforts
  • Complete shift reports and communicate handoffs with other shifts

What We’re Looking For

  • Previous experience supervising in a manufacturing or plant environment
  • Strong floor presence with the ability to lead, communicate, and problem‑solve
  • Working knowledge of safety, quality, and production processes
  • Comfortable using basic systems for reporting and scheduling
  • Willingness to work second shift on a consistent schedule

Why Join Us

  • Competitive base salary ($55K – $70K)
  • Monthly gainshare incentive based on plant performance
  • Stable operation with opportunity to grow
  • Practical leadership role with real impact on daily operations

Legal Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Pre‑employment background checks and drug screening may be required, where permitted by law.

Job Compensation

55,000 - 70,000 + monthly gainshare incentive

Benefits Overview

We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance and Disability
  • Voluntary Wellness Programs
  • 401(k) or RRSP programs with Company Match 
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • And more!

Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.

Disclaimer

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thyssenkrupp

Website: https://www.thyssenkrupp.com/

Headquarter Location: Essen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 1999

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Equity

Industries: Automotive ⋅ Construction ⋅ Industrial ⋅ Industrial Engineering ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Mechanical Engineering ⋅ Mining ⋅ Oil and Gas