Manufacturing Supervisor

Pace Industries • Grafton, WI

72d

About The Position

The Production Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of manufacturing operations within their assigned shift and area. This role ensures safety, quality, productivity, and employee engagement goals are met by leading a team of production employees and working cross-functionally with support departments such as Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, and Tooling.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, engineering, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment; at least 1 year in a leadership or supervisory role preferred.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to build trust, provide feedback, and hold team members accountable.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with ERP systems (Odyssey experience a plus).
• Familiarity with die casting, CNC machining, or similar industrial processes is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet or exceed safety, quality, and production targets.
• Provide clear direction and leadership to hourly production employees; ensure consistent enforcement of company policies and work rules.
• Monitor and report hourly and shift-based performance metrics such as output, scrap, and downtime; initiate corrective actions when performance is off-target.
• Lead safety conversations, conduct safety audits, and promptly address hazards or unsafe behaviors.
• Ensure quality standards are understood and maintained; promptly address quality concerns in collaboration with the Quality team.
• Generate and submit work orders when process, equipment, or facility issues are identified, ensuring proper follow-up and resolution.
• Participate in or lead continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency, reducing scrap, or improving process reliability.
• Ensure proper documentation and communication of shift activities through shift reports and team huddles.
• Support training and development of operators and leads to promote skill growth and internal advancement.
• Collaborate with Maintenance and Engineering teams to minimize unplanned downtime and ensure timely issue resolution.
• Participate in and or lead structured meetings such as daily production reviews and Gemba walks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Primary Metal Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees