Production Supervisor (Merchandiser plant)

Leer Inc.•New Lisbon, WI

54d

About The Position

Our Production Supervisor will work closely with Plant Leadership and be responsible for leading and managing manufacturing employees in alignment with company directives, policies, and procedures. This role ensures production goals are met with a focus on safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement. The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and managing manufacturing employees in alignment with company directives, policies, and procedures, in tandem with Plant Leadership. This role ensures production goals are met with a focus on safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement. Leer Inc is the world’s leading manufacturer of retail ice merchandising equipment, walk-in coolers and freezers, and other temperature controlled storage solutions. We have 3 manufacturing plants – 2 in New Lisbon WI, and 1 in Carroll IA. We are an employee owned business, part of the Employee Owned Brands, Inc. group, and we share our wealth and success through an ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership Plan. We are one of America’s oldest and most successful employee owned groups, that has been committed to manufacturing excellence in America’s heartland for over 125 years.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field preferred (commensurate experience considered)
Experience with manufacturing systems; Epicor experience a plus
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, customer specifications, technical procedures, and regulations
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate and guide teams
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to interpret technical instructions

Responsibilities

Lead and manage manufacturing employees in accordance with company policies and directives
Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training; assign tasks and monitor performance
Communicate job expectations and provide coaching, counseling, and performance appraisals
Review production orders and schedules to plan department operations
Monitor production timelines to ensure accurate and timely delivery of customer products
Evaluate and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and quality
Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements (OSHA, environmental, etc.)
Facilitate training for new and existing employees on safety, quality, and productivity standards
Collaborate with manufacturing engineering to recommend capital improvements for safety and efficiency
Enforce safety protocols, work rules, and housekeeping standards
Perform other duties as assigned