2nd Shift Production Supervisor

Benchmark Foams Inc.

2nd Shift Production Supervisor-
Watertown, SD

Full-time, 2nd shift (Monday-Thursday 2:15pm-1:30am, occasional overtime as needed)

Salary: $60,000-$65,000 Depending on experience

Benchmark Foam Inc. is a manufacturing organization focused on delivering quality products to its customers. The company emphasizes teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement across its production operations. Employees work in a hands‑on, collaborative environment where accountability and follow‑through matter.

The 2nd Shift Production Supervisor leads production operations during the evening shift and serves as the primary on‑site leader for multiple departments. This is a hands‑on role that works alongside the team while overseeing workflow, safety, quality, and staffing. The Supervisor reports into the Operations Manager and ensures production goals are met while maintaining a safe, organized, and productive work environment.

• Lead and support approximately 20 production employees, including 1-2 Leads

• Coordinate daily production priorities to meet customer demand

• Work alongside team members to operate equipment and maintain workflow

• Monitor equipment performance and address operational issues in real time

• Identify and implement process improvements to support safety, quality, and efficiency

• Lead safety efforts, including incident investigations and corrective actions

• Support hiring, onboarding, and cross‑training of team members

• Provide coaching, address performance concerns, and conduct performance reviews

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment

• At least 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience

• Ability to lead a team in a hands‑on manufacturing setting

• Strong communication skills and ability to give clear direction

• Comfortable operating production equipment and working hands‑on

• Basic computer skills and ability to learn internal systems (ERP)

• Ability to read and follow safety procedures and work instructions

• Valid driver’s license

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a manufacturing environment (standing, walking, bending, exposure to noise and moving equipment)

• Associate’s degree or technical training

• Experience in foam, plastics, or similar manufacturing environment

• Experience supporting safety programs or leading safety initiatives

• Experience using ERP systems in a production setting

• National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)

This is a key leadership role within a small‑to‑mid‑sized manufacturing environment. You’ll have direct impact on production performance, team culture, and safety outcomes. For someone who enjoys leading from the floor, solving problems in real time, and developing team members, this role offers meaningful responsibility and visibility.

Benchmark Foam Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.