Posted August 23, 2026
Assembly Supervisor 2nd Shift
The Reserves Network Inc
Chicago, IL, US
Full Time
Job Description
Job Description
Assembly supervisor 2nd Shift| $75,000–$85,000 + bonus | 2:30 pm–10:30 pm | Temp to Hire
What matters most
- Competitive starting salary of $75,000–$85,000 per year plus bonus
- Second shift: monday–friday, 2:30 pm–10:30 pm
- Bilingual english/spanish required
- Leadership opportunity overseeing a team of 30+ employees
- Direct-hire opportunity with a growing manufacturing organization
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, pto, disability, parental leave, and 401(k) with company match
Job description
Our customer is looking for a bilingual assembly supervisor to lead and support their second-shift assembly production team. This position provides day-to-day leadership to the assigned department and serves as a key link between production employees and plant management.
The assembly supervisor will oversee production activities while ensuring team goals are met in the areas of safety, quality, delivery, and productivity. This role will also focus on employee development through communication, training, coaching, and performance feedback while supporting continuous improvement throughout the department.
Responsibilities
- Plan and direct the activities of personnel and physical resources within the assigned assembly department.
- Lead daily second-shift operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals.
- Oversee work orders, material flow, and material handling to ensure efficient use of resources.
- Promote a safe work environment by enforcing safety procedures, addressing concerns, and modeling safe behaviors.
- Support the development and implementation of department safety procedures and initiatives.
- Identify and implement best practices to improve safety, quality, and productivity.
- Train, coach, and develop employees while ensuring appropriate cross-training across products and processes.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience, including experience leading and developing a diverse production workforce.
- Bilingual english/spanish required.
- Experience supervising 30 or more employees.
- Associate degree in engineering, operations, business, or a related field desired; bachelor’s degree preferred. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
- Demonstrated ability to train and coach production employees through hands-on methods.
- Knowledge of problem-solving and root cause analysis techniques.
- Experience with iso 9000 / 14001 or other quality programs.
- Experience applying lean manufacturing principles in a production environment.
- Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- Ability to analyze data and processes to improve quality and productivity.
- Proficiency with computer-based tools, including erp systems and microsoft office suite; jd edwards experience preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels, including production workers, engineers, and upper management.
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.
Benefits and perks
- $75,000–$85,000 starting base salary + bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- PTO
- Disability benefits
- Parental leave
- 401(k) with company match
- Career growth opportunities
Your new organization
We are seeking an experienced assembly supervisor to provide hands-on leadership within its manufacturing operations. This position offers an opportunity to lead a diverse production team while contributing to safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Your career partner
The reserves network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The reserves network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.
In the spirit of pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is $75,000–$85,000, not including benefits, potential bonuses, or additional compensation. If hired, your base salary will be determined based on factors such as individual skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. We also consider internal equity when determining final compensation.
