Production Supervisor - Large Batch: 2nd Shift

Hentzen Coatings, Inc • Milwaukee, WI

13h • $55,000 - $77,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor – Large Batch is responsible for overseeing the manufacturing functions to ensure customer satisfaction in both quality of product and on-time delivery while maintaining company standards as relates to safety, cost control, and processes.

Requirements

• Preferred education level: Associate’s or two-year college degree or equivalent.
• Preferred experience level: Two to four years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably chemicals or coatings.
• Demonstrated commitment to core values: Integrity, Loyalty, Passion, Commitment, and Respect.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), ERP systems, and general office equipment.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent team-building and interpersonal skills.
• Regularly required to communicate verbally and audibly in a manufacturing or operational setting.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, and move throughout the work area.
• Regular use of hands and fingers to handle, manipulate, and control objects, tools, or equipment.
• Required to sit, balance, stoop, and occasionally reach above shoulder level.
• Occasional operation of machinery using foot controls
• May be required to climb, balance, and reach overhead as part of job duties.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 65 lbs. and occasionally up to 100lbs.
• Safety shoes, safety glasses, and flame-retardant uniforms or lab coats are required in production areas.
• Respirators and ear plugs are required for specific production processes.

Nice To Haves

• Prior supervisory experience is helpful but not required.
• Forklift certification is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize and schedule daily production activities for the department.
• Assign work tasks to department operators and ensure timely completion.
• Collaborate with the Production Manager to control costs related to repairs, operating supplies, waste, and labor.
• Train new operators on departmental processes and procedures.
• Conduct ongoing training for existing employees to support growth and compliance with safety regulations.
• Promote and enforce safety rules, coach employees on safe work practices, and report any violations.
• Lead safety and housekeeping initiatives across the department.
• Monitor product quality to ensure adherence to company standards.
• Utilize the Business Operating System to record operations, material usage, and related transactions.
• Interview, hire, and terminate employees as needed.
• Conduct semi-annual performance reviews for team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package.
• Generous PTO policy
• 401(k) Employer Match: We match employee contributions up to 8% of eligible compensation.
• Profit Sharing: Discretionary annual contribution based on company performance.
• Employee referral bonus program
• Monthly employee food trucks
• …and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees