Production Supervisor

Location:

Fond du Lac, WI
Workplace Category:
Onsite

Travel Required:

None
Pay Range: $73,900 - $90,500

Visa Sponsorship:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

As part of the talented Operations team, you will supervise production employees and assign work, meeting safety, quality, delivery and cost goals. Recommend and execute improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions through listening, engaging employees and problem solving. Act as the company conduit for employee communications to keep employees abreast of news and information.

• Own the four main metrics (safety, quality, delivery, productivity/people) – understand results & implement action plans to close gaps & meet targets
• Spend 75% of time on the floor in direct supervision of daily production and 25% on administrative and project tasks
• Adhere to and model Brunswick’s Employee Value Proposition and Values (Innovative, Driven, Exceptional, Authentic and United)
• Communicate professionally to represent the company and lead interactions with employees at all levels
• Use tools such as MS Office, Shop Floor Manager, OBMS, etc. to execute daily responsibilities and project work
• Oversee a line or area, including staffing needs; interview for open roles and make candidate selection decisions
• Ensure safety of team and compliance – conduct safety audits, correct unsafe behaviors and conditions, and produce incident investigation reports with EH&S
• Conduct root cause analysis with Quality on defects, drive resolution, address repeat warranty issues, and implement corrective actions around compliance findings
• Lead Continuous Improvement efforts using tools such as Andon, Spaghetti Diagrams, Line Balancing, 5S, DMIAC, Root Cause Analysis, etc.; identify roadblocks and lead cross‑functional teams to resolve them
• Drive accountability to policies and procedures; make discretionary decisions guided by policies, procedures, and the business plan
• Manage performance issues; administer disciplinary actions, conduct performance evaluations for all employees, and resolve conflict within and across teams in partnership with HR
• Create action plans from Employee Opinion Survey results and drive execution for your area of responsibility
• Manage timekeeping & absenteeism; update UKG/Kronos, sign off on timecards, and ensure compliance with start/stop times, break times, and mealtimes
• Understand and manage the production schedule, communicate changes or deviations to internal customers, and coordinate with support functions as needed
• Work with upstream and downstream leaders to achieve metrics and resolve production and quality issues
• Ensure team development as part of succession and talent planning
• Manage cost, expense, and inventory control of materials and supplies

• Associate degree required
• Minimum of 3-5 years of prior supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong employee relations management experience
• Ability to coach, direct, and develop employees
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to work closely with operators

• Knowledge of UKG/Kronos
• Lean Six Sigma experience

• Works in a combined office and warehouse/production‑floor environment
• May require occasional early morning, late evening, or weekend work, depending on current production needs
• Physical activity, such as walking and bending to inspect inventory locations, and periodic desk‑based analytical work

The hiring range for this position is $73,900 - $90,500 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary based on multiple factors including job‐related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and may participate in Brunswick’s comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401(k) (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account with company contribution, well‑being program, product purchase discounts, and more.

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact h for support.

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