Manufacturing Supervisor Jobs in Virginia
Manufacturing Supervisor jobs in Virginia are consistently in demand, concentrated in defense manufacturing, food and beverage processing, and aerospace and electronics production, with openings at every level from first-line shift supervisor to senior operations manager. The busiest hiring markets are Richmond, Hampton Roads, and Northern Virginia, where established employers like Northrop Grumman, Smithfield Foods, and BAE Systems maintain large production and logistics operations. The most sought-after specialties in Virginia listings are lean manufacturing, quality systems oversight, and defense-related production management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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ColonialWebb is looking for Manufacturing Operations Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse and operational activities while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. This role is responsible for leading warehouse and shop floor personnel including Supervisors, Mechanics, Apprentices, and Helpers while ensuring all work aligns with company policies, operational procedures, and customer requirements.
The ideal candidate is a strong operational leader with experience managing teams in a fast-paced environment. This individual will drive productivity, support continuous improvement initiatives, and maintain a culture focused on safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
- Location: 2820 Ackley Avenue Richmond, VA 23228.
- Environment: Fabrication Shop.
- Hours: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, M-F.
- Pay range $32-38/hr.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
- Supervise and coordinate daily warehouse and operational activities across assigned teams.
- Ensure all work processes align with company procedures, operational guidelines, and industry standards.
- Plan and manage workflow and operational goals while maintaining efficiency and minimizing downtime.
- Monitor team performance and address operational challenges to maintain productivity.
Quality & Continuous Improvement
- Maintain high operational and product quality standards through routine inspections and process monitoring.
- Promote continuous improvement initiatives including Lean principles such as 5S, Kaizen, and standardized work practices.
- Identify and implement process improvements that enhance productivity and reduce operational waste.
Resource & Inventory Management
- Manage workforce productivity, manpower allocation, and equipment utilization.
- Oversee inventory processes including receiving, storage, material availability, tracking, and loss prevention.
- Ensure tools, materials, and resources are available to support operational needs.
Safety & Compliance
- Enforce company safety policies and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and internal safety procedures.
- Conduct regular safety meetings and support incident investigations and safety improvement initiatives.
- Promote a strong culture of safety awareness across the warehouse and operations team.
Team Leadership & Development
- Ensure employees have the necessary skills, certifications, and training for their assigned responsibilities.
- Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to support employee development.
- Address performance issues when necessary while maintaining a positive and productive team environment.
- Maintain strong communication with leadership, internal teams, and operational partners.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience in warehouse or manufacturing operations.
- Strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory control, and production workflows.
- Working knowledge of Lean operational principles including 5S and continuous improvement practices.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with solid analytical and administrative skills.
- Experience managing manpower allocation and operational productivity.
- Proficiency with modern technology including laptops, tablets, and smartphones.
- Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and workplace safety standards.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or mechanical construction environments.
- Certifications such as Lean Manufacturing, OSHA 10, or warehouse/logistics certifications.
- Experience using ERP, WMS, or inventory management systems.
Work Environment
Fast-paced warehouse and manufacturing environment with exposure to industrial equipment, materials, and tools. This role requires the ability to walk, stand, and supervise operations on the warehouse floor for extended periods while interacting with production teams and leadership.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
ColonialWebb is looking for Manufacturing Operations Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse and operational activities while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. This role is responsible for leading warehouse and shop floor personnel including Supervisors, Mechanics, Apprentices, and Helpers while ensuring all work aligns with company policies, operational procedures, and customer requirements.
The ideal candidate is a strong operational leader with experience managing teams in a fast-paced environment. This individual will drive productivity, support continuous improvement initiatives, and maintain a culture focused on safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
- Location: 2820 Ackley Avenue Richmond, VA 23228.
- Environment: Fabrication Shop.
- Hours: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, M-F.
- Pay range $32-38/hr.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
- Supervise and coordinate daily warehouse and operational activities across assigned teams.
- Ensure all work processes align with company procedures, operational guidelines, and industry standards.
- Plan and manage workflow and operational goals while maintaining efficiency and minimizing downtime.
- Monitor team performance and address operational challenges to maintain productivity.
Quality & Continuous Improvement
- Maintain high operational and product quality standards through routine inspections and process monitoring.
- Promote continuous improvement initiatives including Lean principles such as 5S, Kaizen, and standardized work practices.
- Identify and implement process improvements that enhance productivity and reduce operational waste.
Resource & Inventory Management
- Manage workforce productivity, manpower allocation, and equipment utilization.
- Oversee inventory processes including receiving, storage, material availability, tracking, and loss prevention.
- Ensure tools, materials, and resources are available to support operational needs.
Safety & Compliance
- Enforce company safety policies and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and internal safety procedures.
- Conduct regular safety meetings and support incident investigations and safety improvement initiatives.
- Promote a strong culture of safety awareness across the warehouse and operations team.
Team Leadership & Development
- Ensure employees have the necessary skills, certifications, and training for their assigned responsibilities.
- Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to support employee development.
- Address performance issues when necessary while maintaining a positive and productive team environment.
- Maintain strong communication with leadership, internal teams, and operational partners.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience in warehouse or manufacturing operations.
- Strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory control, and production workflows.
- Working knowledge of Lean operational principles including 5S and continuous improvement practices.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with solid analytical and administrative skills.
- Experience managing manpower allocation and operational productivity.
- Proficiency with modern technology including laptops, tablets, and smartphones.
- Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and workplace safety standards.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or mechanical construction environments.
- Certifications such as Lean Manufacturing, OSHA 10, or warehouse/logistics certifications.
- Experience using ERP, WMS, or inventory management systems.
Work Environment
Fast-paced warehouse and manufacturing environment with exposure to industrial equipment, materials, and tools. This role requires the ability to walk, stand, and supervise operations on the warehouse floor for extended periods while interacting with production teams and leadership.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing supervisor jobs across Virginia.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations management, or a related technical field
- Three or more years of direct supervisory experience on a manufacturing production floor
- Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methods
- Familiarity with defense, aerospace, or food processing industry safety and compliance standards
- Proficiency with ERP or manufacturing execution systems such as SAP or Oracle
- Ability to lead, schedule, and performance-manage a team of production or assembly workers
Manufacturing Supervisor Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a manufacturing supervisor in Virginia?
Most Virginia employers require a bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering, industrial technology, or operations management combined with hands-on floor experience. Virginia does not issue a state license specifically for manufacturing supervisors, so the path centers on building technical credentials such as a Certified Production Technician credential from the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council and accruing supervisory experience in Virginia's dominant sectors, including defense contracting, food processing, and aerospace.
How much do manufacturing supervisors make in Virginia?
Manufacturing supervisors in Virginia earn a median of about $74,150 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $45,210 for the lowest 10% to over $108,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire manufacturing supervisors in Virginia?
Employers hiring manufacturing supervisors in Virginia right now include IPG, COMSONICS, and Civica Rx, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Virginia's concentration of defense prime contractors and large food and beverage processors means many of these openings require security clearance eligibility or industry-specific compliance knowledge.
Which Virginia cities have the most manufacturing supervisor jobs?
Richmond, Doswell, and Roanoke have the most manufacturing supervisor openings in Virginia. Hampton Roads draws heavy demand from naval shipbuilding and defense contractors clustered around Newport News and Norfolk, Richmond's food processing and consumer goods plants anchor its volume, and Northern Virginia's logistics and defense technology corridor drives openings in that region.
Are there remote manufacturing supervisor jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of manufacturing supervisor openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, because most of the role requires a physical presence on the production floor to manage safety, staffing, and equipment. The portions most likely to be done off-site are administrative tasks such as scheduling, reporting, and compliance documentation.
How can I get hired as a manufacturing supervisor in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving up from a senior production technician or team lead role within a Virginia plant, then formally applying for a supervisor opening internally. Large Virginia employers such as Northrop Grumman and Smithfield Foods run structured leadership development and associate supervisor programs that accept candidates from the production floor. Earning a Certified Production Technician credential and completing a community college operations management program at institutions such as Reynolds Community College in Richmond strengthens a promotion case considerably.
Where can I find and apply to manufacturing supervisor jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to manufacturing supervisor jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to each one.
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