Production Supervisor Night Shift

The Night Shift Assembly Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating daily assembly and production operations to ensure production schedules, quality standards, safety requirements, and customer commitments are achieved. This role directs production employees, assigns work based on production priorities and team capabilities, coordinates material and equipment needs, and monitors completed products for quality and accuracy.

QXO is a leading distributor and installer of building products serving an $800 billion market. The company’s mission is to modernize the building products industry through advanced technology and a best-in-class customer experience. QXO is North America’s largest distributor and installer of insulation, the second-largest distributor of roofing products, the second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials, and the largest distributor of waterproofing products. The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenue within the decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth. For more information, visit QXO.com.

What you'll do:

Working closely with Production, Saw Operations, Yard, Dispatch, Maintenance, and other operational teams, the Assembly Supervisor ensures materials and resources are available to maintain efficient workflow while providing hands-on leadership, training, and support to employees. The ideal candidate is a safety-focused, results-oriented leader with strong problem-solving skills and experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Hours: 6:30 pm – 1:00/02:00/03:00 am - depending on production schedule

Assembly & Production Operations

Lead and coordinate daily assembly and production activities to meet established schedules and customer requirements

Assign employees to workstations and production tasks based on workload, production priorities, and individual capabilities

Review work orders and production instructions to ensure jobs are completed accurately and efficiently

Verify required components have been cut and are available before work is released to assembly tables

Monitor production workflow and proactively address missing materials, components, or other issues that could delay production

Coordinate with Saw Operations regarding missing or additional wood components required for assembly

Request production supplies and materials as needed to maintain workflow

Monitor production performance and adjust labor or priorities as operational needs change

Ensure completed work is properly prepared for staging, stacking, and dispatch

Truss Assembly & Material Coordination

Oversee the assembly of trusses and related structural building components according to production drawings and work orders

Coordinate forklift operators supporting assembly operations

Coordinate employees responsible for plate picking and other material preparation activities

Verify required lumber, plates, and components are available before assembly begins

Respond to production employee requests related to missing materials, work orders, equipment, or production requirements

Coordinate with Stackers to ensure finished products are complete, properly organized, and meet quality expectations

Communicate with Dispatch regarding missing or incomplete trusses and finished work orders

Quality Control

Inspect completed assemblies to verify compliance with production drawings, specifications, and company quality standards

Ensure production employees follow established assembly and quality-control procedures

Identify defects, incomplete work, or production discrepancies and coordinate corrective action

Monitor finished products for quality and completeness before they are released for staging or shipment

Promote accuracy throughout the production process to minimize scrap, rework, and customer issues

Team Leadership & Employee Development

Provide day-to-day leadership, direction, coaching, and support to assembly employees

Motivate employees to achieve established production, quality, safety, and delivery goals

Train new employees on job responsibilities, production procedures, machinery, equipment, and safe work practices

Monitor employee performance and provide feedback and coaching as appropriate

Track employee working hours, attendance, punctuality, and absenteeism according to company procedures

Promote teamwork, accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement throughout the department

Escalate employee or operational concerns to management as appropriate

Equipment & Work Area Management

Monitor production machinery and equipment for proper operation

Identify and report damaged, malfunctioning, or unsafe machinery and equipment

Coordinate with Maintenance or management regarding equipment repair needs

Ensure workstations and production areas remain clean, organized, and free of unnecessary hazards

Coordinate workstation cleanup throughout the shift and at the completion of production activities

Support efficient utilization of production equipment and resources

Safety & Compliance

Promote and maintain a safety-first culture throughout assembly operations

Ensure employees follow company safety policies, procedures, and established safe work practices

Verify employees consistently wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and other applicable protective equipment

Identify and report unsafe conditions, equipment concerns, accidents, injuries, and near misses

Reinforce proper equipment operation and material-handling practices

Participate in required safety meetings, training, and continuous safety improvement initiatives

Operational Excellence

Communicate effectively with Production, Dispatch, Yard, Maintenance, and Operations regarding production status and priorities

Identify opportunities to improve workflow, productivity, quality, and operational efficiency

Support continuous improvement activities throughout the production operation

Maintain accurate production, attendance, and operational documentation as required

Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

What you'll bring:

Strong leadership and team-management skills

Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Ability to effectively assign work and balance production workloads

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Ability to read and follow production work orders and instructions

Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work effectively across multiple production and operational departments

Strong commitment to workplace safety

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

High school diploma or equivalent required

Previous supervisory, lead, or team leadership experience in manufacturing, production, assembly, or related operations preferred

Experience in truss manufacturing, building components, lumber, wood products, or construction materials preferred

Knowledge of truss assembly processes, production workflow, and material handling is a plus

Experience coordinating forklifts, material preparation, saw operations, or finished-product staging preferred

Experience training and developing production employees

Basic computer and production reporting skills preferred

Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing and production environment

Frequent exposure to production machinery, forklifts, lumber, saw operations, noise, dust, and varying temperatures

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift

Ability to bend, reach, stoop, climb, and perform physical production activities as required

Ability to lift and move heavy materials using appropriate lifting techniques, team assistance, or mechanical equipment

Ability to safely navigate active manufacturing and material-handling areas

Required PPE must be worn according to company and facility requirements

Ability to work assigned day, evening, or night shifts based on operational needs

Overtime and occasional weekend work may be required based on production schedules

What you'll earn:

Health Care Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time off

Benefits for union‑represented roles are determined by the applicable collective bargaining agreement and may differ from standard company benefits.

QXO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender or sexual orientation , national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Working closely with Production, Saw Operations, Yard, Dispatch, Maintenance, and other operational teams, the Assembly Supervisor ensures materials and resources are available to maintain efficient workflow while providing hands-on leadership, training, and support to employees. The ideal candidate is a safety-focused, results-oriented leader with strong problem-solving skills and experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Hours: 6:30 pm – 1:00/02:00/03:00 am - depending on production schedule

Assembly & Production Operations

Lead and coordinate daily assembly and production activities to meet established schedules and customer requirements

Assign employees to workstations and production tasks based on workload, production priorities, and individual capabilities

Review work orders and production instructions to ensure jobs are completed accurately and efficiently

Verify required components have been cut and are available before work is released to assembly tables

Monitor production workflow and proactively address missing materials, components, or other issues that could delay production

Coordinate with Saw Operations regarding missing or additional wood components required for assembly

Request production supplies and materials as needed to maintain workflow

Monitor production performance and adjust labor or priorities as operational needs change

Ensure completed work is properly prepared for staging, stacking, and dispatch

Truss Assembly & Material Coordination

Oversee the assembly of trusses and related structural building components according to production drawings and work orders

Coordinate forklift operators supporting assembly operations

Coordinate employees responsible for plate picking and other material preparation activities

Verify required lumber, plates, and components are available before assembly begins

Respond to production employee requests related to missing materials, work orders, equipment, or production requirements

Coordinate with Stackers to ensure finished products are complete, properly organized, and meet quality expectations

Communicate with Dispatch regarding missing or incomplete trusses and finished work orders

Quality Control

Inspect completed assemblies to verify compliance with production drawings, specifications, and company quality standards

Ensure production employees follow established assembly and quality-control procedures

Identify defects, incomplete work, or production discrepancies and coordinate corrective action

Monitor finished products for quality and completeness before they are released for staging or shipment

Promote accuracy throughout the production process to minimize scrap, rework, and customer issues

Team Leadership & Employee Development

Provide day-to-day leadership, direction, coaching, and support to assembly employees

Motivate employees to achieve established production, quality, safety, and delivery goals

Train new employees on job responsibilities, production procedures, machinery, equipment, and safe work practices

Monitor employee performance and provide feedback and coaching as appropriate

Track employee working hours, attendance, punctuality, and absenteeism according to company procedures

Promote teamwork, accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement throughout the department

Escalate employee or operational concerns to management as appropriate

Equipment & Work Area Management

Monitor production machinery and equipment for proper operation

Identify and report damaged, malfunctioning, or unsafe machinery and equipment

Coordinate with Maintenance or management regarding equipment repair needs

Ensure workstations and production areas remain clean, organized, and free of unnecessary hazards

Coordinate workstation cleanup throughout the shift and at the completion of production activities

Support efficient utilization of production equipment and resources

Safety & Compliance

Promote and maintain a safety-first culture throughout assembly operations

Ensure employees follow company safety policies, procedures, and established safe work practices

Verify employees consistently wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and other applicable protective equipment

Identify and report unsafe conditions, equipment concerns, accidents, injuries, and near misses

Reinforce proper equipment operation and material-handling practices

Participate in required safety meetings, training, and continuous safety improvement initiatives

Operational Excellence

Communicate effectively with Production, Dispatch, Yard, Maintenance, and Operations regarding production status and priorities

Identify opportunities to improve workflow, productivity, quality, and operational efficiency

Support continuous improvement activities throughout the production operation

Maintain accurate production, attendance, and operational documentation as required

Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Strong leadership and team-management skills

Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Ability to effectively assign work and balance production workloads

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Ability to read and follow production work orders and instructions

Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work effectively across multiple production and operational departments

Strong commitment to workplace safety

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

High school diploma or equivalent required

Previous supervisory, lead, or team leadership experience in manufacturing, production, assembly, or related operations preferred

Experience in truss manufacturing, building components, lumber, wood products, or construction materials preferred

Knowledge of truss assembly processes, production workflow, and material handling is a plus

Experience coordinating forklifts, material preparation, saw operations, or finished-product staging preferred

Experience training and developing production employees

Basic computer and production reporting skills preferred

Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing and production environment

Frequent exposure to production machinery, forklifts, lumber, saw operations, noise, dust, and varying temperatures

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift

Ability to bend, reach, stoop, climb, and perform physical production activities as required

Ability to lift and move heavy materials using appropriate lifting techniques, team assistance, or mechanical equipment

Ability to safely navigate active manufacturing and material-handling areas

Required PPE must be worn according to company and facility requirements

Ability to work assigned day, evening, or night shifts based on operational needs

Overtime and occasional weekend work may be required based on production schedules