Shop Floor Supervisor

Croix Gear • Hudson, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Shop Floor Supervisor is responsible for directing and coordinating the daily activities of production personnel on the manufacturing floor. This role ensures that gear components and assemblies are produced on schedule, to specification, and within safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate brings hands-on manufacturing experience, strong leadership skills, and a working knowledge of machining or gear production processes.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role
• Working knowledge of machining processes such as turning, milling, hobbing, gear grinding, or heat treating
• Strong understanding of blueprint reading, GD&T, and precision measurement tools
• Demonstrated ability to motivate, develop, and hold accountable a diverse production workforce
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook) and ERP systems
• High school diploma or GED required
• Strong leadership and team management skills with ability to hold teams accountable
• Effective communication skills - verbal and written - across all levels of the organization
• Problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing demands in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree or technical certification in Manufacturing Technology, Machining, or a related field
• Experience in gear manufacturing, power transmission, or heavy equipment components
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen methodologies
• Experience with ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 quality management systems
• Experience with Epicor ERP Software
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily production schedules to meet output targets and customer delivery commitments
• Monitor workflow across CNC machining, hobbing, bevel gear cutting, and gear grinding
• Adjust work assignments and priorities in response to equipment issues, attendance, or order changes
• Track and report key metrics including throughput, cycle times, scrap rates, and downtime
• Directly supervise 15–30 production employees across one or more shifts
• Conduct onboarding and skills training for new and cross-training team members
• Deliver timely performance feedback and conduct formal annual reviews
• Address attendance, conduct, and performance issues in accordance with company policy and in partnership with HR
• Enforce all OSHA and company safety regulations on the shop floor at all times
• Lead pre-shift safety briefings and participate in monthly safety committee meetings
• Conduct incident investigations and ensure completion of corrective actions
• Maintain required safety documentation, inspection logs, and training records
• Ensure product is manufactured to engineering drawings, tolerances, and customer specifications
• Partner with Quality Control on first-article inspections, non-conformance reports (NCRs), and root cause analysis
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, 5S, and error-proofing techniques
• Reduce rework and scrap through process discipline and operator coaching
• Coordinate with Maintenance to schedule preventive and corrective maintenance activities
• Participate in capital equipment evaluations, installations, and operator training
• Monitor tooling consumption and work with procurement to maintain adequate inventory levels
• Attend daily production meetings and communicate floor status to Plant Manager and Scheduling
• Maintain accurate production records, time and attendance, and shift logs
• Escalate critical quality, safety, or delivery issues promptly

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (company contributes significantly to premiums)
• 401(k) with company match up to 4%
• Paid time off: 80 hours of PTO, plus 10 paid holidays after 90 day introductory period.
• Employer-paid life and short-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related education
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing Wisconsin manufacturer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED