shift supervisor

[/ʃɪft suːpərˈvaɪzər/]
nounpl: shift supervisors
supervisor de turno
1. A manager or team leader responsible for overseeing operations and staff during a specific work shift
The shift supervisor ensures all tasks are completed before the end of the day shift.
O supervisor de turno garante que todas as tarefas sejam concluídas antes do final do turno diário.
2. An employee who monitors workplace safety, productivity, and employee conduct during their assigned shift
The night shift supervisor conducted a safety inspection at 2 AM.
O supervisor do turno noturno realizou uma inspeção de segurança às 2 da manhã.
3. A person authorized to make decisions and handle problems that arise during a particular work period
Contact the shift supervisor if you encounter any operational issues.
Entre em contato com o supervisor de turno se encontrar algum problema operacional.
In Brazil, the shift supervisor role is common in manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and 24-hour service industries. The position carries significant responsibility for compliance with labor laws and safety regulations. In the USA, this is a standard entry-level management position, often serving as a stepping stone to higher management roles.
NYC Slang
shift boss
Synonyms / Sinônimos
shift managerfloor supervisorteam leadershift leadduty manager
Antonyms / Antônimos
subordinateemployeestaff member

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
supervisor de turno
Most common and formal translation used across Brazil
São Paulo
supervisor de turno / gerente de turno
Both terms are widely used in industrial and commercial settings
Rio de Janeiro
supervisor de turno / chefe de turno
Chefe de turno is also commonly used in hospitality and retail
Portugal
supervisor de turno / responsável de turno
Responsável de turno is more prevalent in Portuguese usage

Related Words

shift worksupervisormanagementworkplace oversightoperational management

Related Idioms & Phrases

holding down the fort
in charge of the shift
running a tight ship
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