Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

Badger Meter•Racine, WI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor directly supervises hourly employees across multiple manufacturing departments and ensures operations perform efficiently and economically in accordance with quality standards and production schedules. The role oversees workflow and productivity, supports employee training and development, and maintains organized operations to improve efficiency. It uses operational metrics and an on-the-floor presence to monitor manufacturing activities, labor and machine reporting, staffing, equipment, tooling, and production schedules. The supervisor also helps implement lean manufacturing improvements, resolves operational problems, and ensures compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and labor contract provisions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field is desired.
Five or more years of related experience in operations and prior supervisory and/or lead experience are desired.
Familiarity with Material Safety Data Sheets.
Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid training.
Ability to use critical thinking to make important decisions for the team and business operation.
Ability to think and react quickly when production challenges arise.
Time-management skills and ability to manage multiple projects or tasks at once.
Conflict-resolution ability.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
Five or more years of related operations experience and prior supervisory and/or lead experience.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Directly supervise hourly employees in a manufacturing environment and manage workflow and productivity through guidance and coaching.
Communicate and transfer knowledge to direct reports for training purposes.
Communicate operating conditions with managers and peers, recommend improvements to procedures and methods, and provide direct reports with operational goals and objectives.
Use operational metrics and an on-the-floor presence to monitor workflow, staffing, machinery, tooling, machine repairs, and production schedules.
Audit labor and machine reporting for accuracy and alignment with production methods, rates, and schedules.
Use manufacturing software and systems for materials management, shop-floor scheduling, packaging, and equipment operation.
Help develop and implement operational solutions using lean manufacturing methods in a team environment.
Identify, investigate, and analyze problems involving materials, quality, equipment, methods, or tools, and initiate timely corrective action.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and labor contract provisions; administer disciplinary action when necessary.
Ensure adherence to safety procedures, proper use of safety equipment, and housekeeping practices, and watch for hazardous conditions.
Evaluate employee performance and attendance, and recommend wage adjustments, promotions, and other actions.
Develop and implement training programs for new and existing employees to support a flexible workforce.

Benefits

Competitive pay.
Annual bonus.
Eligible for annual pay increases.
Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage.
15 days of paid time off and 11 paid holidays.
Retirement plan match of 25 cents per dollar contributed, up to 7% of eligible compensation.
Annual company contribution of 5% of eligible compensation to a Defined Contribution account.
Access to a certified financial planner at no cost.
Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program, basic group life insurance, short-term disability, and other benefits.
Educational assistance and tuition reimbursement up to $5,250.
Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, long-term disability, accident, and critical illness coverage.
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.