Production Supervisor (2nd shift)

Job Description:

Division Summary

ITW Residential Mechanical Fasteningoffers a broad range of professional grade tools and fasteners for numerous construction applications. Our products include structural wood fasteners (GRK Fasteners™), concrete anchoring systems (Tapcon®, Red Head®, Ramset®), underlayment screws (Backer-On Rock-On ®), self-drilling screws (Teks®) and drywall anchoring systems (E-Z Ancor®). ITW Residential Mechanical Fastening excels in meeting the growing demands from Pro end-users for high-quality home improvement and construction fastening products. Our products are trusted by industry professionals and each brand is the market leader in its respective category in terms of quality, performance and ease of use.

Position Summary

Provide leadership, guidance and direction to individuals at assigned location. Responsible for employee safety and development, manufacturing of value-added products, application and audit of quality and preventative maintenance procedures, meeting productivity and efficiency requirements through optimized equipment capacity and increased capability of assigned team members.

Primary Responsibilities

• Promote and lead a safe, compliant manufacturing environment by ensuring adherence to OSHA and company safety, quality, and operating standards through training, audits, and employee engagement.
• Lead daily manufacturing operations, including coordination with maintenance and shipping/receiving, within an empowered team environment focused on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with engineering, supply chain, customer service, and external vendors to meet customer expectations for cost, quality, and delivery.
• Create and execute Released Production Orders to produce to Market Rate of Demand (MRD) for the Roselle and Itasca operations.
• Support management of capacity requirements and operational efficiencies through improved methods, processes, and quality while supporting IFOT, SLOB, and backorder performance.
• Coordinate production requirements and communication with outside secondary operations vendors to ensure timelines, output, and quality expectations are met.
• Identify, prioritize, and lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, productivity, cost, and delivery performance.
• Maintain monthly and annual financial performance by meeting cost targets related to staffing, productivity, quality, and delivery.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members through clear expectations, performance management, feedback, and development planning to support operational and engagement goals.
• Drive inventory accuracy by monitoring and analyzing stock levels, conducting regular audits, and addressing discrepancies through timely corrective actions.
• Ensure effective cross‑shift communication and collaboration through clear handoffs, shared expectations, and coordination across shifts and departments.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Management, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of supervisory and leadership experience in a high‑volume manufacturing environment, including direct responsibility for employee relations, coaching, and corrective action within an empowered, team‑based setting
• Working knowledge of OSHA requirements and quality management systems within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated project management and continuous improvement skills.
• Disciplined self‑starter with strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and self‑driven leadership, with the ability to independently identify opportunities, take ownership of challenges, and drive solutions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to conduct difficult conversations, manage conflict, and build trust within teams.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across shifts and functional areas to ensure continuity of operations, clear handoffs, and alignment.
• Experience using ERP systems to support production planning, inventory accuracy, and coordination with internal and external operations.
• Demonstrated experience managing employee relations issues, including performance management, attendance, conduct concerns, and partnering with HR on investigations and disciplinary actions.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position, within typical office working conditions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, airborne particles, climate variances and moving mechanical equipment typically found in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment (office) is usually low, but much higher when exposed to the manufacturing areas. Certain personal protective equipment is required when in the manufacturing areas. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, hear, reach with hands and arms and regularly required to walk. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Position requires 10% travel and may involve overnight stay.

Compensation Information:

We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we invest in creating an environment where you can thrive—both personally and professionally. For more details,visit our Benefits page.

In addition, our benefits include paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental leave.

The annual salary range for this position is 90,000 – 100,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Company considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.