About the role
Location: Sheboygan, WI
Employment Type: Full-Time
Shift: Must be flexible to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd Shift based on business needs
Position Overview We are seeking a Floating Production Supervisor to provide leadership and operational support across multiple manufacturing departments. This position serves as a key resource by providing supervisory coverage during vacations, leaves of absence, and other staffing needs.
The ideal candidate is a flexible, hands-on leader who can adapt to changing priorities while ensuring production goals, quality standards, and safety requirements are consistently met. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys leading teams across different shifts and departments.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support production teams across multiple manufacturing departments.
- Ensure daily production schedules are achieved while maintaining quality and safety standards.
- Monitor workflow, staffing levels, and production performance to maximize efficiency.
- Coach, mentor, and develop employees to improve performance and engagement.
- Enforce company policies, procedures, and workplace safety standards.
- Identify production challenges and implement effective corrective actions.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and operational performance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve production issues and maintain operational continuity.
- Provide supervisory coverage on 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift as needed to support business operations.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Business, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of Production Supervisor experience or 5 years of industrial manufacturing experience.
- Plastics manufacturing experience is preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent leadership, coaching, and employee development abilities.
- Good mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot production issues.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience with JD Edwards ERP is a plus.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and results-oriented.
Schedule Requirements
- Must be flexible and willing to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift, including extended periods on any shift, based on operational needs.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to distinguish colors.
- Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Stable manufacturing environment with long-term career opportunities
- Leadership role with exposure to multiple departments and operations
- Collaborative team culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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