Assembly Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift
Listed on 2026-09-25
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Production QC/QA, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Assembly Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift
- Ripon, WI
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Assembly Production Supervisor to lead and support a high-performing production team in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment.
This is a hands-on, front-line leadership position responsible for coordinating daily production activities, supporting hourly team members, maintaining production schedules, promoting workplace safety, and driving continuous improvement.
The ideal candidate is a strong people leader who can coach and develop employees while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, productivity, and operational performance.
Key Responsibilities- Lead day-to-day production activities within an assigned manufacturing area or zone.
- Supervise, coach, mentor, and develop production team members.
- Maintain a strong safety-first culture and ensure compliance with established safety procedures.
- Train and educate employees on safety practices, quality standards, equipment operation, and 5S principles.
- Monitor production performance and help ensure scheduled production requirements are achieved.
- Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, workflow, and operational efficiency.
- Promote continuous improvement and encourage employees to identify and solve production challenges.
- Support Lean manufacturing initiatives, including waste reduction, inventory reduction, and work-in-process improvements.
- Ensure employees receive appropriate training from team leaders or designated trainers.
- Work closely with technical and operational teams to resolve production issues.
- Establish and support goals aligned with key operating and performance metrics.
- Serve as a first point of contact for employee relations and performance issues.
- Work with union representatives regarding contract, disciplinary, and employee-related matters as needed.
- Foster a respectful, collaborative, and accountable team environment.
- Perform additional supervisory responsibilities as assigned.
- 1-3+ years of experience in a medium- or high-volume manufacturing environment preferred.
- Previous production, manufacturing, assembly, or shift supervision experience strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, mentor, and motivate hourly production employees.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to lead in a fast-paced production environment while balancing safety, quality, productivity, and employee needs.
- Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing concepts such as 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, process control, production scheduling, and waste reduction is preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Experience working in a union manufacturing environment is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, or a related discipline is preferred.
- Relevant professional, internship, or co-op experience may also be considered.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Ability to stoop, bend, and perform activities requiring manual dexterity.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
This position works second shift, Monday through Thursday from 3:00 PM to 1:00 AM
. Additional workdays may occasionally be required based on production needs.
Candidates must be able to reliably commute to Ripon, Wisconsin
. Relocation assistance and employment visa sponsorship are not available.
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