Production Supervisor - 1st Shift (Large Enclosures)

Rehlko•Sheboygan, WI

7d•$69,800 - $87,950•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor oversees and coordinates first-shift production personnel in Large Enclosures Assembly, the final stage of the assembly process, at a Rehlko manufacturing facility. The role is responsible for safe, efficient, and high-quality operations, including production output, equipment reliability, continuous improvement, and compliance with company policies, safety standards, and operating procedures. The supervisor leads and develops the production team, coordinates schedules and material availability, manages workforce assignments, and communicates status and needs across shifts. The role also monitors equipment and production performance, maintains records, investigates safety or operational issues, and works with other departments to support reliable operations and meet plant objectives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three to five years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Ability to lead, develop, and motivate teams in a fast-paced production environment.
Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety, environmental compliance, and continuous improvement.
Problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills, including the ability to make timely decisions and take accountability for them.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and manufacturing systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Flexibility to work extended hours and weekends as business needs require.
Ability to remain on the production floor and move throughout the work area for most of the shift to lead associates, monitor production, and conduct routine floor observations.
Authorization to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, engineering, operations management, business, or a related field.
Mechanical aptitude and understanding of manufacturing equipment, processes, and maintenance principles.
Experience supervising in a union environment.
Experience in a large-product assembly environment using overhead cranes, scissor lifts, and ladders.
Leadership competencies: safety leadership; team development and coaching; continuous improvement mindset; accountability and results orientation; effective communication; problem solving and root cause analysis; and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

Lead, train, coach, and motivate the first-shift production team in Large Enclosures Assembly.
Oversee daily production schedules and ensure tasks meet quality, cost, and delivery objectives.
Coordinate assembly builds with components and generator sets from other areas; make timely decisions when parts or units are short to keep production moving and minimize downtime.
Manage workforce assignments and reassign associates as needed to address gaps and maintain productivity.
Communicate department needs and status across all three shifts and relay timely, accurate information to associates.
Support associates in using digital work instructions.
Monitor equipment performance, conduct routine inspections, and coordinate repairs and preventive maintenance with maintenance teams.
Implement, enforce, and promote safety policies, procedures, and environmental requirements.
Conduct daily Safety Gemba walks and safety discussions using established scripts and standard work; identify hazards, reinforce safe behaviors, and drive corrective actions.
Investigate safety incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Troubleshoot operational issues and implement corrective actions to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.
Maintain production records, including shift reports, maintenance logs, inventory levels, and performance metrics.
Collaborate with supervisors and engineering, quality, supply chain, materials, and support departments.
Conduct performance reviews, provide coaching and feedback, and support employee development.
Manage timekeeping, attendance, scheduling, and compliance with company policies and HR procedures.
Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost reduction.
Monitor KPIs and develop action plans to meet departmental and plant objectives.
Support and participate in lean manufacturing, 5S, and operational excellence activities.
Maintain compliance with company, customer, regulatory, and operational requirements.
Perform additional duties, projects, and responsibilities as assigned by the manager.