Manufacturing Shift Supervisor - 2nd Shift

The Manufacturing 2nd Shift Supervisor at Rotex will lead daily manufacturing operations during scheduled shifts to ensure safety, quality, efficiency, and timely delivery. This role oversees the production team, manages activities to meet schedules and standards, and fosters a safe, harmonious work environment. The Supervisor actively supports continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence aligned with the company's strategic goals.

Schedule: 2nd Shift (Monday to Thursday)

Time: 3:30pm to 2:00am (10 hour shift)

Overtime Potential: 3pm to 3:30am with potential Fridays

Work You'll Do:

• Plan, supervise, and coordinate daily production activities, ensuring schedules, quality standards, and safety protocols are met.

• Develop, motivate, and lead a skilled workforce dedicated to safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

• Monitor, evaluate, and coach production personnel to drive performance, quality, and safety adherence.

• Maintain product quality by ensuring compliance with established standards and working with Quality Assurance to identify process improvements.

• Identify root causes of problems; implement permanent corrective actions and suggest method, equipment, or process improvements.

• Support safety initiatives, ensure a clean and safe work environment, and maintain good housekeeping practices.

• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and training new team members in cooperation with management and Human Resources.

• Assist in preparing and managing shift budgets, seeking opportunities for cost savings and resource optimization.

• Coordinate with Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve issues swiftly and keep operations running smoothly.

• Support product development activities, including expediting and coordinating prototype testing as needed.

• Develop and execute action plans to meet departmental and business goals, supporting continuous improvement activities and lean initiatives.

• Maintain high standards of safety, cleanliness, and operational discipline across the shift.

• Perform additional duties as required to ensure operations meet company objectives.

Team:

• You will be a key operations leader within the manufacturing team at Rotex, working alongside skilled operators, technicians, and support staff focused on producing world-class separation equipment. Reporting to the Plant or Operations Manager, you will foster a safety-first culture and lead initiatives for continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or supervisory development experience preferred.

• 3+ years of manufacturing or production experience, with leadership or supervisory exposure.

• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

• Knowledge of safety standards, manufacturing practices, and quality systems.

• Ability to interpret production schedules, monitor KPIs, and manage shift performance effectively.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and basic computer applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Machining, welding, forming, laser, or plasma cutting experience preferred.

• Supervisory experience in a union or non-union manufacturing environment.

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement processes.

• Background in equipment maintenance or tooling processes advantageous.

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Who we are:

Rotex pioneered the dry separation industry and grew to become a global manufacturer of industrial separation equipment, becoming a subsidiary of Hillenbrand, Inc. in 2011. Rotex now sets the standards for maximizing yield and minimizing waste for a host of Fortune 500 companies in processing facilities around the world.

The Rotex story of superior separations starts with the people who work here. Our associates are our number-one asset; this fine group of people helped Rotex expand from a regional Cincinnati company to a strong global competitor. And we're not done yet. We're always looking for great people to add to our story and to help us write the next chapter in our history.Rotex is an Operating Company of Hillenbrand.

Hillenbrand (NYSE: HI) is a global industrial company that provides highly-engineered, mission-critical processing equipment and solutions to customers in over 100 countries around the world. Our portfolio is composed of leading industrial brands that serve large, attractive end markets, including durable plastics, food, and recycling. Guided by our Purpose - Shape What Matters For Tomorrow - we pursue excellence, collaboration, and innovation to consistently shape solutions that best serve our associates, customers, communities, and other stakeholders. To learn more, visit: www.Hillenbrand.com.

EEO: The policy of Hillenbrand Inc. is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, Hillenbrand Inc. and our operating companies are committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at recruitingaccommodations@hillenbrand.com . In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying. At Hillenbrand, everyone is welcome to apply and "Shape What Matters for Tomorrow".