Production Shift Supervisor

Charter Manufacturing•Shawano, WI

54d•Onsite

About The Position

At Charter Casting, we produce high-quality cast products that power industries across North America. We're looking for a motivated and people-focused Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing operations, develop employees, and help drive a culture of safety, trust, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
5+ years of manufacturing, industrial, foundry, metal processing, or related production experience.
Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
Strong ability to prioritize, delegate, and follow up on multiple responsibilities.
Proven coaching, employee development, and team-building skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Ability to collaborate across departments and shifts.
Self-motivated with a strong sense of accountability and urgency.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Business, Manufacturing, Metallurgy, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience working within Lean Manufacturing environments.
Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or related certification.
Strong analytical and reporting skills.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop production employees through coaching, mentoring, training, and performance management.
Foster a culture built on safety, accountability, teamwork, and respect.
Conduct performance evaluations and support employee growth initiatives.
Communicate expectations clearly and provide timely feedback and recognition.
Promote employee engagement and support a positive work environment.
Oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure production goals are met.
Drive productivity, quality, and waste reduction initiatives.
Coordinate with maintenance, quality, engineering, and other departments to support operational success.
Monitor workflow, staffing, and resource allocation to maximize efficiency.
Address production challenges and implement effective solutions.
Support and participate in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
Promote safe work practices and ensure compliance with all company safety policies and procedures.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.
Support Environmental, Quality, and Safety Management System requirements.