Production Supervisor (Plastics Division) - 2nd Shift (Horicon)

Metalcraft of Mayville•Horicon, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for team members on their shift. The supervisor safely plans, coordinates, trains, and motivates employees to provide quality products and supports continual process improvement. The position works with the Plant Manager and other Shift Supervisors to meet production goals while maintaining quality in a time-sensitive environment. This is a second-shift role, scheduled Monday through Friday from 1:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Saturday overtime from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. may be required. The role involves production-floor work, including machine troubleshooting, mold assembly and dismantling, and mold changes using overhead cranes and rigging. It also includes documenting production, quality, and employee information using computer programs such as Kronos, SAP, and ADP. The work environment may include wet or humid conditions, temperatures ranging from 60 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit, loud noise, moving machinery parts, airborne particles, and production-equipment fumes. The plant is climate controlled, although some areas are hotter due to machinery.

Requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to perform simple math and measurements.
Ability to maintain a high level of attention to detail.
Ability to lift up to and including 50 pounds.
Ability to frequently stoop, bend, squat, crouch, or reach above the shoulders.
Ability to frequently use hands and wrists on large and small items, including screws, bolts, and nuts when servicing molds.
Ability to focus and work at a continuous pace for extended periods.
Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Ability to work efficiently on a team and coordinate work with other departments.
Ability to mentor and develop direct reports and provide hands-on leadership.
Ability to take orders and execute them efficiently.
Strong safety practices and ability to promote safety awareness and practices within the team.
Demonstrated attention to detail, self-motivation, and ability to multitask.
Leadership experience required.
High school diploma or equivalent GED preferred.

Nice To Haves

Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
Leadership experience in a plastics shop preferred.
Rotational molding experience is exceptional.
Exposure to a Lean manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Understand machine operation and troubleshoot problems.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area and equipment, and follow safety regulations.
Work with the Plant Manager and other Shift Supervisors to direct and coordinate team activities to meet production and quality goals.
Work with the team to assemble and dismantle molds.
Conduct mold changes using overhead cranes and rigging.
Use feedback from Trimmers inspecting product to improve processes, reduce scrap, and increase productivity.
Maintain safe and clean operations by following safety procedures and company 6S requirements.
Document and communicate actions, irregularities, and ongoing needs to maintain continuity between shifts.
Use programs such as Kronos, SAP, and ADP to maintain employee attendance, hours-worked, efficiency, and other pertinent records.
Understand required paperwork for machines and complete production and quality logs.
Perform other duties as assigned.