We are seeking a motivated Finishing Production Supervisor for 2nd shift operations in Ripon, WI. The supervisor will lead a high-performance team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ensuring safety, quality, and continuous improvement. This role requires strong servant leadership, hands-on coaching abilities, and proven manufacturing experience.
Position Summary
- Experience level: Mid Level (5–8 years experience)
- Experience required: 5 Years
- Education level: Bachelor’s degree
- Job function: Manufacturing
- Industry: Consumer Goods
- Total positions: 1
- Relocation assistance: Yes
- Visa sponsorship eligibility: No
- Location: Ripon, WI
- Shift: 2nd Shift, Monday – Thursday, 3:00 pm – 1:00 am Occasional overtime on Fridays from 1:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Overview
We are seeking a results-driven Production Supervisor to lead and support our high-performance production team in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment. This key leadership position upholds a safety-first culture, emphasizes continuous improvement, and exemplifies servant leadership to foster an engaged, motivated workforce.
As a Finishing Production Supervisor - 2nd shift, you will be the first line leader to support team members within your area/zone, ensuring safe and efficient daily production operations.
Position Responsibilities
These responsibilities ensure that safety is prioritized and embedded into the workplace culture.
Primary Duties
- Ensure adherence to local, state, and federal safety regulations (OSHA, EPA).
- Stay current with safety standards and regulatory changes.
- Enforce safety procedures according to company policies.
- Ensure proper PPE usage for all employees.
- Promote ergonomic practices to reduce injury risk.
- Create an environment of continuous improvement.
- Encourage all team members to contribute to improvement initiatives.
- Treat all team members with respect and professionalism.
- Reduce waste and develop team skills to support lean operations.
- Ensure employees receive proper training in safety, quality, equipment operation and 6S.
- Collaborate with technical staff for operational support.
- Set and achieve annual performance goals.
- Continuously improve processes and reduce inventory levels.
- Serve as first point of contact for employee relations issues.
- Collaborate with Union Stewards regarding contract and discipline topics.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications
Knowledge / Experience / Education
- Servant leadership experience required.
- 1–3 years of experience in high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing preferred.
- Manufacturing supervision experience preferred.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Manufacturing Engineering or Operations preferred.
- Internship or co-op experience may be considered.
Skills and Abilities
- Must lead by example in maintaining safety standards.
- Encourage employees to report safety concerns.
- Hold team accountable for safe practices.
- Conduct regular safety audits and address issues promptly.
- Strong leadership, coaching and mentoring skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Strong problem-solving ability and proactive mindset.
- Basic knowledge of process control, scheduling, Kaizen, Kanban and Lean preferred.
Must Have
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Manufacturing Engineering or Operations preferred.
- Servant leadership mindset.
- 1–3 years fast-paced manufacturing experience.
- Manufacturing supervision experience preferred.
- Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
