Assembly Production Supervisor

Job Type: Direct Hire

Overview

As a Production Supervisor, you will be the first-line leader supporting team members in your designated area or zone. You will coordinate day-to-day activities to meet scheduled production requirements and help your team succeed. This position is based in Ripon, Wisconsin, and is on the second shift, Monday through Thursday, from 3:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Additional workdays may be required as needed.

We are seeking a results-driven Production Supervisor to lead and support a high-performance production team in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment. This leadership role promotes a safety-first culture, continuous improvement, and servant leadership to foster an engaged and motivated workforce.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead safety initiatives and promote awareness and compliance.
• Educate, train, and motivate production team members on safety protocols and procedures.
• Promote continuous improvement and safety awareness across the team.
• Encourage every team member to contribute to continuous improvement.
• Treat all team members respectfully in discussions, interactions, and decisions.
• Coach and mentor production team members on safety and productivity best practices.
• Work to eliminate risks and waste, and develop team members’ skills to improve lean operations.
• Ensure employees receive appropriate training from their Team Leader or another designated trainer in safety, quality, equipment operation, and 5S.
• Foster collaboration and encourage team feedback and participation in safety initiatives.
• Coordinate with technical staff to ensure appropriate support.
• Establish annual goals and objectives that support operating metrics.
• Continuously improve processes and reduce inventory and work in progress.
• Serve as the first point of contact for employee relations issues.
• Coordinate with Union Stewards on contract and disciplinary matters.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Experience, and Education

• Ability to lead with a servant leadership mindset.
• One to three years of experience in a medium- or high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment, with a focus on safety practices, preferred.
• Previous manufacturing supervision experience preferred.
• A bachelor’s degree in business, manufacturing engineering, or operations preferred.
• Relevant professional, internship, or co-op experience will be considered.

Skills and Abilities

• Self-driven and ambitious, with leadership capabilities that include coaching, mentoring, and supervising a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to encourage team members to think proactively and develop solutions.
• Basic understanding of process control, production scheduling, Kaizen, Kanban, and lean manufacturing preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stoop, bend, and stand for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.