Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Generac•Sussex, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor leads the daily operation of the second-shift production team at a new facility in Sussex, Wisconsin. The role coordinates with Planning, Purchasing, Materials, Operations Engineering, Quality, Facilities, and other departments to achieve quality and cost effectiveness while completing manufacturing work on time and efficiently. The supervisor oversees varied manufacturing processes, including vertical integration and multiple product lines. Success is measured by daily order execution, workforce flexibility, employee onboarding, productivity and efficiency, sequencing, process adherence, and training and development. The role drives ongoing improvements in quality, schedule attainment, safety, and productivity. The Production Supervisor also helps maintain a lean manufacturing environment, develops and manages employees, and supports capacity planning and parts flow.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience.
Two years of experience leading teams, developing people, or organizing tasks.
Relationship-building, communication, and trust-building skills.
Ability to hold a team accountable, keep leadership informed, and identify solutions to issues.
Active listening, coaching, and follow-up skills.
Ability to motivate and recognize employees and support their development.
Conflict management and resolution skills.
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
Ability to lead change and support continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience using SAP or an equivalent ERP system such as Oracle, JD Edwards, or Microsoft Dynamics.
Experience using Microsoft Office.
Experience as a team lead or leading project teams in an operational environment.
Experience supporting a new shift launch, production ramp-up, facility start-up, or other large-scale operational expansion initiative.

Responsibilities

Direct the department to complete manufacturing schedules safely, on time, and efficiently, and communicate daily activities between shifts.
Supervise and coordinate the activities of assigned production employees.
Compile, initiate, sort, and analyze production and performance records and data; provide manufacturing information and respond to questions and requests.
Ensure department personnel follow company policies and procedures.
Complete safety, productivity, and policy reports regularly.
Select, coach, and develop staff; set clear expectations to inspire and motivate the team.
Manage performance by recognizing achievements, providing feedback, and administering progressive discipline when necessary.
Drive continuous improvement activities related to safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and inventory in a lean manufacturing environment.
Interview, select, and coordinate orientation activities for new employees.
Maintain a clean and orderly work environment and compliance with established policies and procedures.
Develop and maintain a workforce to meet capacity plans.
Work with other departments to manage parts flow.
Communicate effectively and resolve conflicts on the shop floor.
Build trust through follow-through, communication, accountability, inclusiveness, and fairness.
Hold the team accountable for outcomes, remove barriers, define objectives and milestones, and keep leadership informed of progress and issues.
Listen actively, coach employees, follow up, and support team progress and development.
Recognize employee successes and help employees learn new tasks.
Resolve conflict impartially and encourage collaboration and suggestions.
Create an open and honest work environment that supports employee development and retention.
Promote and lead change, using the voice of the customer to validate ideas.