Production Supervisor - 1st Shift
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Schedule: Monday - Friday | 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Some flexibility required)
Compensation: $25 - $28/hour (Based on experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
We are seeking a hands-on and experienced Production Supervisor to lead our 1st shift operations. This role is responsible for overseeing daily production activities, ensuring the achievement of volume, quality, and recovery targets while maintaining a strong focus on safety, equipment reliability, and team performance.
The ideal candidate will bring a combination of strong leadership, technical ability, and organizational skills to lead a team in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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Supervise and direct production personnel across all functions during the assigned shift. -
Achieve production targets related to material volume, quality, and recovery. -
Train and cross-train new and existing employees on production tasks and basic maintenance. -
Monitor equipment performance visually and through software; respond to abnormal indicators. -
Function as backup to equipment operators and provide leadership in their absence. -
Ensure correct machine settings are used for processing materials to customer specifications. -
Track and enter shift production metrics accurately into spreadsheets and IT systems. -
Lead maintenance coordination: schedule preventative maintenance, coordinate repairs, manage parts inventory, and determine internal vs. external repair needs. -
Collaborate with external contractors for repairs, upgrades, and service needs. -
Serve as main point of contact for on-shift communications with off-site shredding facility regarding material flow and maintenance issues. -
Ensure all employees follow safety, environmental, and facility policies including storm water and landfill regulations. -
Manage employee performance: monitor attendance, provide constructive feedback, and maintain daily operations coverage. -
Review and ensure completion of inspection sheets and checklists related to cleanup, maintenance, and operations. -
Lead the facility independently when the Facility Manager is not on-site. -
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
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High school diploma or GED required. -
3-5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or processing environment required. -
Familiarity with welding, mechanical systems, and basic electrical troubleshooting a plus. -
Experience in maintenance coordination and ability to direct maintenance staff effectively. -
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook for communication and data tracking. -
Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills. -
Valid driver's license required. -
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus but not required.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
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Direct supervision of 1st shift production personnel, including:
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Production laborers -
Equipment operators -
Maintenance personnel
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May expand to multiple shifts as operations grow.
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