Team Lead - 2nd Shift

About the Job

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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