Manufacturing Production Supervisor – Weekend 2nd Shift

About the position

Production Supervisor – Manufacturing (Weekend 2nd Shift)

Location: Ripon, WI
Shift: Weekend 2nd Shift | Friday–Sunday, 5:00 PM–5:00 AM (additional days as needed)
Shift Differential: $500/month ($6,000/year)

Job Overview

We are seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment. This hands-on leadership role focuses on safety, people development, production performance, and continuous improvement, with a strong emphasis on servant leadership. You will oversee stamping press operations, ensure production targets are met, and create a safe, engaged, and results-driven workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day production and staffing to meet safety, quality, and output goals
• Champion a safety-first culture, conduct audits, and lead incident investigations
• Supervise high-volume stamping press operations and optimize manpower and machine utilization
• Coach, train, and develop employees, including cross-training and performance management
• Partner with Union Stewards on attendance, discipline, and employee relations
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Kaizen initiatives
• Monitor KPIs, downtime, scrap, and quality; implement corrective actions quickly
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to minimize downtime

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment
• Prior manufacturing supervision experience (stamping press preferred)
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement
• Proven servant leadership and team development skills
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Manufacturing Engineering, or Operations (preferred)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods

Why Join Us?

• Weekend schedule with premium shift differential
• Leadership role with real impact on people, safety, and production
• Fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth and continuous improvement

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