2nd Shift Production Coach (Supervisor)

TL;DR

2nd Shift Production Coach (Supervisor) (Manufacturing): Lead and supervise 2nd shift production team in space and defense manufacturing with an accent on safety enforcement, quality standards, and workflow optimization. Focus on motivating employees, leading problem-solving, coaching performance, and achieving production goals and schedules.

Onsite – Blacksburg, VA. 2nd shift: Monday-Thursday 3pm (10-hour shift), Friday 2pm-8pm or 9pm.

Salary: $60,000–$80,000 Annually

Company

Moog Space and Defense Group supports U.S. military priorities and NASA's space exploration programs including return to the Moon and deep space missions.

What you will do

• Ensure safety protocols, equipment use, housekeeping, and emergency response.
• Motivate and lead team in structured atmosphere, handle hiring, promotions, discipline.
• Lead cross-functional problem-solving and root cause corrective actions.
• Monitor workflow, optimize efficiency, develop production goals and schedules.
• Track performance metrics, coach employees, provide feedback and training.
• Develop budgets, quality improvement processes, stay updated on manufacturing techniques.

Requirements

• Onsite in Blacksburg, VA, 2nd shift schedule.
• Associate degree + 2 years leadership or high school diploma + 6 years direct supervision.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and quality control standards.
• Excellent communication and team management skills.
• Manufacturing experience strongly preferred.

Nice to have

• Prior manufacturing experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Financial: Competitive pay, bonuses, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, FSA/HSA.
• Work/Life: Flexible PTO, holidays, parental leave, relocation assistance.
• Health: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, EAP.
• Development: Tuition assistance, mentorship, leadership programs.
• Culture: Family-like environment, 12 core values, Employee Resource Groups.