Job Title: Production Supervisor – 2nd Shift (Manufacturing)Production Supervisor – 2nd Shift (Manufacturing)
Lead a Team. Build Innovative Products. Make an Impact.
Are you a hands-on manufacturing leader who thrives on developing people, improving processes, and driving production success? We're looking for a Production Supervisor to launch and lead a growing 2nd Shift team focused on producing advanced thermal management products used in aerospace, defense, medical, calibration, and HVAC applications.
This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a new production area, mentor a skilled team, and play a direct role in manufacturing products that support mission-critical industries.
Schedule: Monday-Thursday | 3:30 PM - 2:00 AM (9/80 Schedule, Four 10-Hour Shifts)
What You'll Do
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of 6-8 manufacturing employees across machining, assembly, and welding operations.
- Support recruiting, onboarding, training, and performance management initiatives for production staff.
- Provide hands-on assistance with fabrication, assembly, testing, brazing, and soldering operations as needed.
- Monitor product quality through in-process and final inspections while ensuring customer requirements are met.
- Maintain production documentation, manufacturing travelers, material identification records, and payroll approvals.
- Troubleshoot production challenges, adjust workflows, and support employees in resolving technical issues.
- Drive continuous improvement efforts focused on safety, productivity, quality, and equipment performance.
What We're Looking For
- Previous supervisory experience leading manufacturing teams in a production environment.
- Hands-on experience with assembly, machining, welding, fabrication, or related manufacturing processes.
- Strong understanding of quality control, inspections, material handling, and manufacturing documentation.
- Ability to train, motivate, and develop employees while fostering a positive team culture.
- Experience using computer systems for reporting, documentation, and production tracking.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- High school diploma or GED required; technical education or equivalent manufacturing experience preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with brazing and soldering operations.
- Background working with aerospace, defense, medical, HVAC, or other highly regulated industries.
- Familiarity with Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention procedures and quality management systems.
- Proven success identifying and implementing process improvement initiatives.
- Strong technical aptitude with fabrication and thermal product manufacturing processes.
- Experience working in environments that emphasize precision, documentation, and continuous improvement.
Work Environment
- Modern manufacturing facility producing advanced thermal management solutions.
- Hands-on production environment involving machining, assembly, welding, inspection, brazing, and soldering.
- Opportunity to work on products supporting aerospace, military, medical, calibration, and HVAC industries.
- Casual dress code including jeans and t-shirts; closed-toe shoes required on the production floor.
- Team-oriented culture focused on technical excellence, continuous learning, and employee development.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lancaster, PA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Lancaster,PA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction,