Assembly Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Miles Staffing Group•Ripon, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Production Supervisor to lead a production team in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment. This position serves as a first-line leader responsible for daily production activities, employee development, safety, quality, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who promotes a safety-first culture, develops employees through coaching and mentoring, and encourages teamwork and process improvement.

Requirements

1–3+ years of experience in a fast-paced, medium- to high-volume manufacturing environment preferred.
Previous manufacturing supervisory or team leadership experience is preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, or a related field is preferred.
Strong leadership, coaching, mentoring, and communication skills.
Ability to solve problems and encourage employees to develop proactive solutions.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, and production scheduling preferred.
Servant-leadership mindset with a commitment to employee development and teamwork.
Internship, co-op, or other relevant professional experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Lead and support production employees to meet daily safety, quality, and production goals.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
Train, coach, and mentor team members on safety, quality, equipment operation, and productivity.
Coordinate daily production activities and help ensure schedules and operating goals are met.
Encourage employees to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, and waste-reduction initiatives.
Work with technical staff to address production and equipment needs.
Establish and monitor team goals and performance objectives.
Address employee questions and concerns and assist with employee relations matters.
Partner with Union Stewards regarding contractual and disciplinary matters, as applicable.
Promote a respectful, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.