Production Supervisor - Night shift welding

Steele Solutions•Waupaca, WI

18d

About The Position

The Production Supervisor - Night Shift Welding leads and directs daily manufacturing operations within the welding department, reporting to the Plant Manager. The role oversees production employees, ensures schedules and customer requirements are met, maintains quality standards, drives continuous improvement, and promotes a safe and productive work environment. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader able to motivate teams, solve problems, and balance safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position directly supervises night shift welding personnel and supports their training, performance, accountability, and development. It is based in a manufacturing and welding environment where employees are frequently exposed to moving mechanical equipment, noise, sparks, and welding operations. Required PPE, including eye and hearing protection, must be worn in designated areas.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience.
2–5 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong leadership and employee development skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Proven problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
Experience working with production schedules and manufacturing metrics.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to accurately use measuring devices and perform basic mathematical calculations.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, production schedules, purchase orders, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write reports, procedures, and correspondence.
Ability to communicate effectively with employees, customers, and vendors.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Manufacturing, Business, Management, or a related field.
5+ years of welding and/or metal fabrication experience.
Previous experience leading welders or fabrication teams.
Experience in custom fabrication, structural steel, or heavy manufacturing.
Forklift certification or experience.
Experience operating overhead cranes.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to welding and production team members.
Lead daily production activities to meet schedules, quality standards, and customer requirements.
Promote and maintain a strong safety culture through training, communication, and enforcement of safety policies and procedures.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, efficiency, and cost reduction.
Assign and prioritize work to maximize labor utilization and departmental performance.
Monitor workflow, staffing levels, and equipment availability to meet production objectives.
Ensure the safe and efficient operation of equipment within assigned production areas.
Address employee attendance concerns, call-ins, and workplace issues in accordance with company policies.
Take ownership of production schedules and departmental performance.
Participate in workforce planning and recommend personnel, equipment, and space requirements.
Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineering, Quality, Procurement, and other departments to support timely production and resolve issues.
Monitor production metrics and take corrective action when performance expectations are not met.
Support employee development through training, coaching, performance management, and succession planning.
Participate in hiring, onboarding, disciplinary actions, performance evaluations, and recognition activities.
Foster a team environment focused on accountability, communication, and continuous improvement.
Train and coach employees, assign and direct work, conduct performance evaluations, manage accountability and attendance, recognize employee achievements, address concerns, and support hiring and disciplinary processes.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
Voluntary life insurance, long-term disability, accident, and critical illness coverage
401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Career growth and advancement opportunities
Ongoing training and professional development
Employee referral bonus program