Manufacturing Supervisor in Brooklyn, New York at Uncommon Goods

About Uncommon Goods

Uncommon Goods partners with independent makers and small businesses to offer a wide and constantly evolving assortment of original, creative products.­

We are built on better business practices and committed to having a positive impact. Learn more here.

The best part of Uncommon Goods is us—our team. We've been around for over 20 years because of all the wonderful people who make UG the one-of-a-kind company it is.

Learn more about our products, B Corp certification, guiding principles, Better to Give program, and team members you might be working with. Listen to the story of Uncommon Goods from our Founder and CEO here and here.

About The Role

As a Seasonal Manufacturing Supervisor, you will oversee daily operations within the Manufacturing department, ensuring that safety, quality, and productivity standards are consistently met on every shift. In this hourly, full-time role, you will lead and develop a production team, coordinate workflow across equipment and workstations, and ensure that production schedules are executed on time and to specification. You will be expected to model safe work practices, maintain a high level of product quality, and identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires at least 2 years of relevant manufacturing or supervisory experience and calls for a hands-on leader who can balance people management with floor-level operational oversight.

The position reports to the Director of Manufacturing. The pay rate is $27-$28/hour.

What You'll Do

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of production employees in the Manufacturing department to meet safety, quality, and output targets.
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and regulations; promote a strong safety culture and immediately address unsafe behaviors or conditions.
• Monitor production processes, work orders, and schedules to ensure on-time completion and efficient use of labor, materials, and equipment.
• Assign work, set priorities, and adjust staffing and resources as needed to meet changing production requirements.
• Train, coach, and develop team members on standard work, equipment operation, safety practices, and quality requirements.
• Monitor product quality, verify adherence to specifications, and initiate corrective actions to address quality issues or process deviations.
• Review and interpret production schedules, work instructions, and technical documents to ensure accuracy and clear communication to the team.
• Troubleshoot production problems, identify root causes, and implement practical solutions to minimize downtime and scrap.
• Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as throughput, yield, scrap, and labor efficiency, and use data to drive improvements.
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality, engineering, and other support teams to resolve equipment issues and optimize production processes.
• Participate in and lead continuous improvement activities, such as 5S, lean initiatives, and process standardization to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Conduct regular team meetings, shift handoffs, and performance check-ins to ensure alignment, communication, and accountability.
• Document and enforce adherence to company policies, work rules, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Support hiring, onboarding, performance feedback, and corrective action processes in partnership with HR and management.
• Maintain accurate production records, reports, and documentation as required by company standards and customer or regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Approximately 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least some experience in a lead, coordinator, or supervisory capacity.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment operation, and applicable safety standards.
• Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate, coach, and hold team members accountable.
• Ability to read and interpret production schedules, work instructions, blueprints, and technical documents.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to respond effectively to changing priorities and production issues.
• Demonstrated ability to organize work, set priorities, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to clearly convey expectations and provide feedback.
• Comfort using basic computer systems and production software for reporting, scheduling, and documentation.
• Working knowledge of quality standards and basic quality tools (e.g., inspection methods, control checks, nonconformance reporting).
• Ability to work on the production floor for extended periods, including standing, walking, and lifting within job-related limits.
• Willingness to work assigned shifts, including possible overtime and weekends, based on business needs.