Description
Join ENTEK in Terre Haute, Indiana!ENTEK is excited to welcome a Shift Manager to our team in Terre Haute, Indiana. If you are a strong operational leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys developing teams while driving performance, safety, and quality, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career.
What You’ll DoAs a Shift Manager, you’ll lead all plant operations during your assigned shift, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production. You’ll be responsible for resource allocation, execution of the production plan, and leadership of your team while coordinating closely with maintenance, quality, and support functions.
In this role, you will:
- Lead shift operations and make real-time decisions to support production performance
- Allocate resources effectively and escalate needs when additional support is required
- Identify and resolve issues impacting safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale
- Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant work environment, including proper PPE and cleanroom standards
- Monitor environmental systems and ensure compliance with operational standards
- Drive execution of the production plan and adjust priorities as needed
- Oversee product quality and ensure timely resolution of quality issues
- Lead and develop production teams, including coaching, training, and performance management
- Ensure training programs are implemented and documentation is maintained
- Promote accountability and adherence to company policies and procedures
- Support Lean manufacturing initiatives, including 5S, standard work, and daily audits
- Collaborate with supply chain and leadership to adjust schedules based on operational challenges
- Act as the primary point of contact for quality and operational issues during off-hours
- Serve as Incident Commander during emergencies on assigned shift
Requirements
What We’re Looking ForWe’re seeking a strong leader with proven experience managing teams in a manufacturing environment and the ability to drive results through effective communication, decision-making, and accountability.
Minimum Qualifications
- Proven experience leading and supervising teams in a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and make data-driven decisions
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word)
- Ability to lead, coach, and develop employees
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, or related field
- Minimum of four (4) years of experience as a manager or supervisor in an industrial or manufacturing environment
- Experience working in cleanroom or regulated manufacturing environments
- Experience with Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement
Your Work Schedule
This is a full-time, exempt position working 36–48 hours per week on a rotating schedule, including 12-hour shifts based on production needs.
What Makes ENTEK Different
ENTEK is more than a manufacturing company—we’re a team driven by values. Our core DNA is built on:
- Respect – valuing each person and every contribution
- Integrity – doing what’s right, always
- Innovation – pushing boundaries with creativity and technology
- Commitment – to our people, our customers, and our future
When you join ENTEK, you’re not just taking a job—you’re becoming part of a company that invests in you, your growth, and your success.
Learn more about us at www.entek.com and discover the opportunities waiting for you.
ENTEK is an equal opportunity employer
ENTEK’s locations are non-smoking.