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National Vision is one of the largest optical retail companies inhe United States with over 1,100 stores. We operate four retail brands: America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses, Eyeglass World, and Vista Opticals inside select Fred Meyer stores and on select military bases. We offer an innovative culture where training is a priority, hard work is praised, and career growth is a reality.
We're seeking an experienced PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR for our growing optical manufacturing facility in Plano, TX. Prior relevant experience is necessary.
Schedules: Our night shifts work 3 days/week with 4 days off. Perfect for those wanting to restructure non-work hours or minimize commutes.
- Shift 2A works: Sundays through Tuesdays (3:30 pm - 4:00 am)
- Shift 2B works: Wednesdays through Fridays (3:30 pm - 4:00 am)
Pay & extras: Competitive pay, bonus opportunities, a generous PTO plan and many other benefits.
Job Description
General Summary: Responsible for supervising the daily functions of production departments including meeting production goals, daily goals, hiring and development of staff, and maintaining a clean and safe environment for associates.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manages Jobs per Hour in production departments
- Supervises activities in assigned department(s), ensuring work flow and proper utilization of associates
- Ensures older jobs are processed in a timely manner
- Resolves breakage issues to keep breakages low
- Conducts root cause analysis to timely identify issues and minimize disruption to production levels
- Process and review daily reports
- Manages lens and frame inventory as required
- Works to ensure other departments within the lab maintain a steady work flow and works with other department supervisors and production manager to resolve interdepartmental issues
- Trains lead associates, oversees associate training and cross trains associates to effectively perform at multiple stations within the department
- Performs administrative functions including Interviewing and selecting associates, reviewing associate performance, addressing issues, monitoring attendance, scheduling work and vacation time
- Implements SOPs, department policies and procedures; enforces all Company Policies and Procedures
Qualifications
- No specific education level required
- Must demonstrate 3 to 5 years directly related experience
- Prior supervisory experience is required
- Beginner to intermediate knowledge of MS Office including word and excel
- Must be able to read and write English
Additional Information
National Vision offers a competitive benefits package. Some of the benefits include:
- Generous Paid-Time-Off (PTO) policy
- 401k with company match
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Flex Spending Account
- Vision benefits
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Referral bonus program
- Wellness Plan incentives
- Other insurance options, employee assistance and much more
About National Vision Holdings, Inc.
National Vision Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EYE) is one of the largest optical retail companies in the United States with over 1,100 stores in 38 states and Puerto Rico. With a mission of helping people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible, the company operates four retail brands: America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses, Eyeglass World, and Vista Opticals inside select Fred Meyer stores and on select military bases, and e-commerce websites, offering a variety of products and services for customers’ eye care needs. For more information, please visit www.nationalvision.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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Who's Hiring
- Lockheed Martin18

- Tesla10

- Graphic Packaging International10

- Hyve Solutions9

- Thermo Fisher Scientific7

Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Automotive
- Food & Beverage
- Electronics & Hardware
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing supervisor jobs.
- 3 to 5 years of direct experience supervising production or manufacturing teams
- Proven ability to manage safety compliance and OSHA recordkeeping on the production floor
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles such as 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement
- Experience using ERP or MES systems to track production schedules and output
- Associate or bachelor's degree in manufacturing, industrial technology, or a related field
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Yellow Belt certification preferred by many employers
Tips for Your Manufacturing Supervisor Job Search
Quantify output and efficiency gains
Hiring managers want numbers, not job descriptions. Replace 'managed production team' with specifics like reduced line downtime by a measurable amount or increased throughput on a shift. Metric-backed bullets outperform duty lists every time in manufacturing supervisor applications.
List certifications before soft skills
Lean Six Sigma belts, OSHA 30, HACCP, or ISO 9001 familiarity belong at the top of your resume, not buried below a soft-skills section. Recruiters scanning manufacturing supervisor postings filter on these credentials first before reading anything else.
Filter openings by shift and industry vertical
Manufacturing supervisor roles vary enormously by shift structure and sector. A food-processing night-shift role demands different experience than a day-shift electronics line. Narrow your search to postings that match both your sector background and your availability before applying.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists manufacturing supervisor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Expect interviewers to ask how you handled a line stoppage, a safety incident, or a missed production target. Prepare two or three specific situations from your floor experience, walk through your decision and the outcome, and keep each story under two minutes.
Negotiate beyond base pay during the offer stage
Manufacturing supervisor offers often include shift differentials, safety bonuses, and overtime structures that vary widely by facility. Ask specifically about each component before accepting. Understanding the full compensation package lets you compare offers accurately rather than on base figures alone.
Manufacturing Supervisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most manufacturing supervisors?
Lockheed Martin, Tesla, and Graphic Packaging International are hiring the most manufacturing supervisors right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is highest at facilities running multiple shifts with active capacity expansion.
How many manufacturing supervisor jobs are remote?
About 6% of manufacturing supervisor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is on the production floor. The sub-areas most likely to include remote flexibility are quality systems auditing, production planning coordination, and multi-site operational oversight roles.
How do you become a manufacturing supervisor?
Start by building hands-on floor experience as a machine operator, technician, or team lead so you understand the production process from the ground up. Pursue a Lean Six Sigma certification and complete OSHA 30 training to signal supervisory readiness. Step into lead roles voluntarily, document measurable results, and apply for supervisor openings once you have direct team leadership experience behind you.
Can you get hired as a manufacturing supervisor with limited experience?
Yes, some employers hire candidates with strong floor experience but no formal supervisory title, especially in high-turnover environments or facilities with rapid growth. Emphasize any informal leadership you've done, such as training new hires, running a shift in a lead's absence, or owning a process improvement project. Targeting smaller facilities or contract manufacturers often lowers the experience barrier compared to large unionized plants.
What does the manufacturing supervisor interview process look like?
Most processes run two to three rounds. The first is typically a phone or video screen with HR covering your background and shift availability. The second is an in-person or panel interview with the plant manager and an operations lead focused on scenario-based questions about safety incidents, line stoppages, and team conflict. Some facilities add a floor walk where you observe or comment on the production environment before a final offer conversation.
Where can I find and apply to manufacturing supervisor jobs?
You can find and apply to manufacturing supervisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your industry background and shift preferences, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience.
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