Second Shift Supervisor

Job Summary

The 2nd Shift Supervisor oversees and coordinates all second-shift manufacturing operations, emphasizing adherence to Quick Response Manufacturing (QRM) principles. This role provides direct supervision, training, and development of all second-shift personnel while coordinating with other departments and stakeholders. The Supervisor drives production results by setting expectations, planning and monitoring work, providing coaching and feedback, and implementing, improving, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.

Full-time

At Renew Aire, we’ve been innovating energy recovery ventilation for over 40 years, improving indoor air quality while reducing energy costs. With a people-centric culture, we foster a fun, collaborative, and innovative environment where our team members are valued contributors to our mission. Based in Madison, WI, we’re proud to hold Green Globes, LEED Gold, and ENERGY STAR certifications, driving both sustainability and health.

• Strong communicators, able to effectively interact with team members and management.
• Skilled problem-solvers, capable of troubleshooting issues in standardized processes.
• Detail-oriented and practical, with the ability to address concrete challenges efficiently.
• Collaborative, working well with others to maintain smooth operations and resolve issues.

Lead and supervise all second-shift manufacturing operations, including Residential and Commercial assembly, Core & FSK manufacturing, Sheet Metal Fabrication, Materials, and future capabilities.

• Hire, train, coach, and manage shift personnel, forming teams and assigning tasks to meet production schedules.
• Maintain a strong presence on the shop floor, overseeing workflow, enforcing processes, and promoting Quick Response Manufacturing (QRM) principles.
• Ensure products are built to Engineering and Production specifications, meeting all quality, safety, and documentation standards.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying and implementing process, workflow, and material availability enhancements.
• Foster a high-trust, cooperative culture within and between teams, supporting communication, collaboration, and professional development.
• Support new product development and product introduction initiatives and participate in safe work practice programs with the Safety Team.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Operations Management, Engineering or equivalent combination of education and work experience is required.
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant manufacturing management experience required to include multi-department and/or plant level responsibility.
• Computer proficiency required with ability to utilize Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, Outlook) and knowledge of ERP practices.
• Knowledge of scheduling practices and capacity analysis (preferred).
• The ability to pass a drug screen and background check.
• Reliable transportation to maintain consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Effective English language skills, including speaking, reading, and comprehension.

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Fine motor skills are required for a variety of functions, especially for wiring components and performing detailed assembly tasks. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

For items over 50 lbs., an assisted device or help from a coworker is used. A variety of personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required depending on the role and specific…