Job Description
JOB TITLE: Production Supervisor
Location: Ayer, MA
Duration: Direct Hire
Salary: $70,000–$85,000 depending on experience
Shift: 2nd Shift, Monday – Friday
Supervision: Oversees 25 production employees
Benefits: Full company-sponsored benefits package upon hire
Job Summary:
HW Staffing is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a high-performing team on 2nd shift at our Ayer, MA manufacturing facility. This is a hands-on leadership position where you’ll oversee daily production operations, ensure safety and quality standards are upheld, and act as the facility’s primary decision-maker during your shift. Ideal for a candidate with strong leadership skills, manufacturing experience, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Principal Responsibilities:
- Lead, coach, and motivate a team of ~25 production staff to meet goals in safety, quality, and productivity
- Monitor KPIs and implement adjustments to ensure operational efficiency
- Set clear performance expectations and provide real-time feedback and support
- Ensure equipment reliability and reduce downtime through proactive oversight
- Promote a culture of safety and enforce Health, Safety, FDA, and GMP compliance
- Collaborate with HR on hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations
- Validate food safety and product quality checks throughout the shift
- Provide real-time problem-solving support for production issues
- Foster teamwork and communication across all departments on off-shifts
Requirements & Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
- Minimum 3 years in high-speed manufacturing
- Prior supervisory or team leadership experience required
- Strong communication and decision-making skills
- Comfortable in fast-paced environments and adaptable to change
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and production tracking software
- Experience in consumer-packaged goods is a plus
Work Environment:
This role operates within a food and beverage production setting. Candidates must be comfortable in a fast-paced, physically active environment that demands attention to detail, strong leadership, and commitment to safety.
About Us:
Top Prospect Group, founded in 2010, is a leading technical staffing firm connecting top talent with premier employers. In 2023, we joined HW Staffing Solutions, expanding our reach and service offerings nationwide across manufacturing, technical, and professional sectors.
Interested candidates, please submit:
- A clean copy of your resume
- Salary expectations
- Availability and at least one professional reference