2nd Shift Production Supervisor

Forte Opening Solutions•Thorp, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The 2nd Shift Production Supervisor oversees plant activities and overall production, delegating work to ensure key performance indicators are identified, structured, and addressed. The supervisor uses production boards to keep employees informed about departmental performance against standards and works with them to reach their goals. This role promotes employee engagement, supports lean processes and quality standards, directs production activities, and contributes to staff hiring and development.

Requirements

At least 2 years of recent experience in a wood, metal, or similar-material manufacturing environment.
Ability to lead and supervise.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivation and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organizational skills, leadership qualities, and computer literacy.
Competence using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to analyze information.
Integrity and respect, with a high degree of tact and diplomacy.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, reach, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to climb and use ladders and work comfortably at heights using aerial platforms; ability to carry or maneuver more than 50 pounds.
Ability to twist, bend, stoop, or stand for long periods.
Manual dexterity and excellent hand-eye coordination.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

A college degree in a related field, or a high school diploma combined with several years of supervisory experience.
Previous experience with Paycom, Workday, or ERP systems.
Good understanding of HR and financial matters.

Responsibilities

Create a positive environment that engages employees.
Review production metrics and address missed targets with countermeasures, root-cause identification, corrective actions, assigned responsibilities, and target completion dates; identify and verify required support.
Maintain the integrity of Tier Board data and information.
Conduct regular lean process audits to verify adherence to lean standards.
Train, demonstrate, and coach assigned teams in lean tools and methodology.
Work with leadership and employees to assess talent and development needs.
Provide employees with regular communication, feedback, coaching, and ongoing support.
Ensure effective communication across all levels of the process and clearly communicate team roles and expectations.
Work with team leads to direct production according to the production schedule and priorities, making effective use of resources, machines, personnel, and materials.
Evaluate production methods and recommend improvements to functional leadership to increase productivity and reduce scrap.
Help employees interpret procedures and methods and use production equipment correctly.
Support quality policies and implement guidelines to ensure compliance with quality documents and standards.
Interview, hire, and develop operations staff.
Handle discipline, address complaints, and resolve issues in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

Benefits

Competitive pay and bonus opportunity.
Four-day work week with no weekends or overnights.
Career growth and advancement opportunities, with a promote-from-within culture.
Tuition reimbursement.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with HSA and PPO plans.
$70 monthly wellness credit toward health insurance premiums for completing annual physicals.
Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
401(k) with a 5% company match.
Paid parental leave.
Vacation accruals that increase with tenure.
Paid time off and paid holidays.