Production Supervisor - Powder Coating REQUIRED (4/10 Schedule)

• 3+ years of Production Supervisor experience and 1+ year of general production experience are requirements to be considered
• Proven experience with Powder Coat Paint is REQUIRED for this leadership position over coating and assembly operations
• Pay is up to $70,000 base salary
• The weekly work schedule is four days per week (Monday-Thursday), with ten-hour shifts (5:00 am - 3:00 pm, with some flexibility)
• Friday/Saturday availability is needed as production dictates
• Must be a United States citizen or Green Card holder
• No remote as this is a 100% onsite position
• Full-time, permanent W-2 employee
• Full benefits
• Located in the Manitowoc, Wisconsin area

This full-time, permanent Production Supervisor opening on first shift is at an established manufacturer undergoing a major culture transformation to create a highly welcoming and supportive work environment. The most attractive benefit is the guaranteed three-day weekend every week, with the production schedule running Monday through Thursday. This company is a Tier 1 supplier to major OEMs offering strong stability and growth potential. Management heavily invests in its people through excellent health insurance plans, competitive wages, and opportunities for professional development and tuition reimbursement. Join a team focused on continuous improvement and achieving the highest standards of quality and efficiency. 

The successful candidate's duties and responsibilities will encompass the following:

• Lead and supervise production functions, primarily in the powder coat paint line and bending departments, across the four-day work schedule
• Manage staff lifecycle, including hiring, training, mentoring, and conducting performance appraisals to ensure quality, safety, and delivery requirements are met
• Optimize production schedules by prioritizing work, planning builds, and coordinating material availability with purchasing
• Drive efficiency and reliability by developing preventative maintenance procedures and continually evaluating processes for improvement (methods, equipment, and quality)
• Ensure full compliance with departmental safety, housekeeping standards, and accurate completion of all required production documentation

The background of the successful candidate must include the following to be considered for this position:

• 3 years minimum of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• REQUIRED: Demonstrated hands-on experience in Powder Coat Paint operations
• 1 year minimum of general production experience
• Proven ability to work the Monday-Thursday (10-hour shift) schedule with flexibility for other days as needed
• Strong leadership skills, including planning, assigning work, appraising performance, and problem-solving
• Possess a solid work history
• Being a US citizen or green card holder
• Having a residence within a 45-minute drive