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2nd Shift Production Supervisor- Reno, PA
Posting Start Date:  10/22/26
Job Location (Short):  Reno, Pennsylvania, USA, 16343
Requisition ID:  37297
Onsite or Remote:  Onsite Position

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Job Overview

We are seeking a hands-on 2nd Shift Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing operations within our chain plant supporting underground mining equipment. This position is responsible for safely leading hourly employees while driving quality, productivity, efficiency, and on-time delivery to meet production and customer requirements. The supervisor will plan staffing and work schedules, develop employees, monitor production performance, and partner closely with Engineering, Quality, Production Control, Maintenance, EHS, and Human Resources. This role is ideal for a manufacturing leader who enjoys being on the shop floor, developing teams, solving problems, and driving continuous improvement in a demanding production environment.

Key Job Responsibilities

  • Lead 2nd shift production activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality, productivity, and manufacturing schedule requirements. 
  • Plan departmental staffing, work schedules, and overtime requirements while preparing work for continuous operation across shifts.
  • Monitor production and quality performance to support customer demand and drive on-time delivery against the manufacturing schedule. 
  • Actively lead and promote the safety culture, conduct weekly safety meetings, track safety issues, and ensure corrective actions are completed in a timely manner.
  • Coach, counsel, and develop hourly employees, including assessing new employees, coordinating training, evaluating competency and skill levels, and supporting disciplinary decisions when required.
  • Partner with Engineering, Quality, Production Control, Maintenance, EHS, HR, and other functions to resolve production issues, address specifications or order modifications, and support plant objectives.
  • Manage departmental spending and equipment needs while supporting departmental budgets and ensuring equipment is maintained for long-term, productive use.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Five years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing and production-scheduling environment, or comparable experience
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and the ability to work from prints and detailed drawings.
  • Working knowledge of manufacturing parts/components and broad knowledge of OE and/or rebuild operations.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead employees, provide coaching and counseling, resolve conflict, and make sound decisions in a production environment.
  • Proficiency in root-cause analysis and corrective-action processes. 
  • Experience working in a unionized manufacturing environment preferred
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across manufacturing support functions.
  • Preffered proficiency with SAP, Kronos, UKG WFM, Velocity, and Microsoft Office or applicable company systems. 
  • Degree in management, business, or a related discipline is preferred but not required.
  • Comfortable working regularly on the shop floor, including standing and walking throughout the manufacturing operation.

Additional Information

The successful candidate will demonstrate the organization’s 6 Critical Skills: Hunter Mentality, Strategic Leadership, Business Acumen, Collaboration, Application Knowledge, and Adaptability. These skills are essential to effectively lead a 2nd-shift manufacturing team, respond to changing production priorities, develop employees, and work cross-functionally to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity expectations. The Production Supervisor is expected to demonstrate these capabilities through day-to-day leadership, decision-making, problem solving, and continuous improvement.

 

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment 

At Komatsu we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions.  We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose.  We are authentic, ambitious, and innovative in our pursuit of Diversity & Inclusion.  United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.  

 

Company Information 

Komatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment.  Founded in 1921, Komatsu has a long history of quality, reliability, innovation, and excellence.  Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu facilities, distributors and dealers are in more than 140 countries and employ more than 60,000 people.  Komatsu offers a diverse and challenging work environment, where you can grow your skills and career, and contribute to a sustainable, clean-energy future.  If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, be a part of something big and join a team that is shaping the world! 

If you want to learn more about Komatsu, please visit our website at https://www.komatsu.com/ .

 
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