Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift
Milwaukee Electronics is a leading provider of innovative manufacturing solutions, combining decades of experience with cutting-edge technology to deliver superior results. Our mission is to empower businesses with tailored solutions, enabling growth and success in an ever-evolving market. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, quality, and customer satisfaction, we are committed to driving innovation and shaping the future of manufacturing.
SHIFT: M-F | 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM
SUMMARY
The Production Supervisor leads and supports production operations to ensure the achievement of safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. This role champions continuous improvement, builds high-performance teams, and fosters a culture of safety, accountability, and lean manufacturing.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide daily leadership and direction to manufacturing team members in a fast-paced, continuous improvement environment.
Champion and lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives
Ensure compliance with safety protocols and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Implement and sustain 6S and safety programs to maintain a clean and safe work environment
Coordinate work assignments and monitor team performance
Act as a coach and mentor for production staff, ensuring adherence to quality and productivity standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure production schedules, quality targets, and customer requirements are met
Complete administrative tasks in the MRP/ERP system, including scheduling, job tracking, and data validation
Ensure production metrics are accurate, visible, and used to drive improvement
Develop and train team leads in production processes, performance metrics, and system usage
Promote and model company values, culture, and safety expectations
Recommend and implement improvements to production methods, equipment utilization, and product quality
Work collaboratively with other supervisors and departments to ensure operational alignment
Participate in Lean activities and support a culture of continuous improvement
Perform other duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Directly supervise manufacturing personnel
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, performance evaluations, and corrective actions
Ensure compliance with company policies and labor regulations
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or GED required
Associate degree preferred
Minimum of 5 years of experience in electronics manufacturing preferred
At least 3 years of supervisory experience required
Internal candidates must have a minimum of 2 years in a Lead role
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills
Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles
Ability to read and interpret manufacturing documentation and quality standards
Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (e.g., job tracking, scheduling, validation)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Basic math proficiency and ability to interpret performance metrics
Ability to analyze production data and identify opportunities for improvement
LANGUAGE & COMMUNICATION
Must be able to read, speak, and understand English
Strong communication skills across all levels of the organization
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Frequent standing, walking, sitting, and manual handling
Must be able to lift/move up to 20 lbs frequently and up to 30 lbs occasionally
Vision requirements: close/distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
MILWAUKEE ELECTRONICS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 414-228-5000 or hr@milwaukeeelectronics.com.
For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov) (https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal).
Because this job has access to controlled technology, we must comply with ITAR. Any job offers will be contingent on verification that the candidate is a U.S. person (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent resident, or individual granted asylum/refugee status in the U.S.) or can otherwise satisfy ITAR compliance requirements. If applicable, if an individual is not a U.S. person, our policy is to not take the extra step of seeking approval from the federal government for that person to work in this position.
Upon hire, the successful candidate must present acceptable proof of identity and current authorization to work in the U.S., as required on Form I-9. We do not provide sponsorship support for employment-based visas such as H-1B.
Experience
Required At least 3 years of supervisory experience required
Preferred Minimum of 5 years of experience in electronics manufacturing preferred
Education
Preferred Associates or better
Equal Opportunity Employer
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