Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

About the Role

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.

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.

Note: This position requires compliance with ITAR regulations. Candidates must be U.S. persons or able to satisfy ITAR compliance requirements. Upon hire, candidates must present acceptable proof of identity and current authorization to work in the U.S.