Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift
PPG Industries
Fort Wayne, IN · Posted October 30, 2026
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Where Fort Wayne, IN ranks
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November 2026
- #10Best cities for software and engineering jobs in the Great Lakes113 openings · of 48
- #14Best cities for entry-level jobs that want AI skills in the Great Lakes3% · of 38
- #14Cities with the most jobs that do not need a four-year degree in the Great Lakes32 jobs · of 36
- #14Best cities for software and engineering jobs in the Midwest113 openings · of 59
- #18Best cities for entry-level jobs that want AI skills in the Midwest3% · of 52
- #19Cities with the most jobs that do not need a four-year degree in the Midwest32 jobs · of 51
Rankings about operations jobs
- Best cities for operations jobs #1 New York (1,429 openings)
- Best cities for operations pay after cost of living #1 Reston ($177k)
- Most requested AI skills in operations jobs #1 AI tools in daily work (2.5%)
- AI tools named most often in operations jobs #1 Claude (0.28%)
- Employers with the most operations jobs #1 Amazon (1,480 roles)
How AI is used in this kind of work
AI use among first-line supervisors of production and operating workers is little observed so far. Measured exposure for first-line supervisors of production and operating workers: 0% (little observed).
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About the job
As a Production Supervisor , you will coordinate activities of the production department in processing materials or manufacturing products. You will train employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraise performance; and resolve problems! You will report to the Production Manager and sit at our Fort Wayne, Indiana plant.
This is for second shift - 4pm - 12:30am
Key Responsibilities
Manage production lines to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals
Manages labor and line density to achieve financial goals of line
Ensures daily customer production demands are met and communicated to customers. Ensures all dispositions are done with product for a daily/shift basis
Prepares and maintains all production reports to Production Manager
Train, discipline and evaluate 50-70 direct reports
Schedule the pick-up and delivery of parts with our customers
Analyzes production, quality control, maintenance, and other operational production problems and corrects or make recommendations for corrections
Verifies that all MITS transactions are accurate and complete and verifies that all process card parameters are met
Maintains and updates visual production tracker boards and reviews daily with team members
Coordinates daily with Quality, Maintenance and all other functional areas to ensure adequate information flow
Maintain safe work environment; Ensures compliance with OSHA and Environmental regulations. Trains line leaders in such matters as safety and accident investigation. Confers with department heads concerning such problems as accident rates, and recommends and implements measures to improve safety records. Conducts all necessary safety, environmental, WWT, and 5(S) audits. Ensures data is entered into Metrics Tracking system.
Trains, evaluates, and coordinates with Human Resources on continuous development of staff. Performs performance reviews, and provides feedback to subordinates; resolves personnel grievances and recommends corrective actions; determines staffing requirements, work procedures and duty assignments.
Follow and maintain all proper safety procedures and utilize the appropriate personal protective equipment at all times
Relieve employees during breaks, lunches as needed in various job positions
Understand the emergency response procedures· Participate in programs to enhance our safety and environmental performance
Understand the significant environmental impacts of their work activities and the consequences of departing from specified work instructions
Qualifications
Highschool diploma/ GED
2+ years of production experience
1+ years of leadership experience
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
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About us:
PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD ®
Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X.
The PPG Way 2030
We are customer champions
Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.
We act with purpose and speed
Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.
We are excellent operators
Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.
We compete to win
Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths.
We are PPG proud
Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.
At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources .
PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply. Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.
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