1st Shift Assembly Supervisor

The Jor-Mac Company Inc; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jor-Mac Company is seeking an experienced 1st Shift Assembly Supervisor in Oshkosh, WI to lead the assembly team and drive safe, efficient production of precision metal fabrications. You will partner with Production, Quality, Engineering and Maintenance to meet customer requirements with accountability and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include coaching staff, scheduling, enforcing safety, meeting quality standards, and reporting in the ERP system.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 5+ years manufacturing experience in metal fabrication or assembly.
• 3+ years supervisory or team leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop assembly staff to meet daily production goals.
• Coordinate work to align with production schedules and customer deadlines.
• Maintain safe work environment per OSHA and company policies.
• Ensure assemblies meet customer specs and quality standards.
• Monitor productivity, waste, downtime and implement corrective actions.
• Lead daily shift meetings on goals, safety and quality.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Production planning

Quality systems

OSHA knowledge

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's in related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

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1st Shift Assembly Supervisor

Full Time Management Oshkosh, WI, US

16 days ago Requisition ID: 1099

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

About The Jor-Mac Company

The Jor-Mac Company is a leading contract manufacturer of precision metal fabrications and assemblies serving Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). Since 1952, we have built our reputation by delivering On-Time, High-Quality, Cost-Competitive manufacturing solutions while maintaining long-term partnerships with Fortune 1000 and middle-market customers.

Our capabilities include:

• Established in 1952
• Experienced leadership team with a skilled, dedicated, productive non-union workforce
• ISO 9001:2015 Certified
• Fully integrated ERP business operating system with EDI capabilities
• Complete metal fabrication engineering utilizing SolidWorks, programming, tooling and fixture development
• Financially strong with continued investment in technology and growth
• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement culture
• Collaborative, customer-focused approach to manufacturing excellence

Position Summary

The 1st Shift Assembly Supervisor (Monday–Thursday, 6:30 AM – 4:30 PM) is responsible for leading daily operations within the assembly department to ensure the safe, efficient, and timely production of high-quality fabricated metal assemblies. This role provides direct supervision to assembly team members while promoting a culture of accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

The Assembly Supervisor works closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Shipping, and Supply Chain to ensure customer requirements are met while driving productivity, quality, safety, and employee engagement.

• Supervise, coach, and develop assembly employees to achieve daily production goals.
• Plan, assign, and monitor work to ensure production schedules and customer delivery commitments are met.
• Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and safe work practices.
• Ensure all assemblies meet customer specifications and company quality standards.
• Monitor labor efficiency, productivity, scrap, and downtime while implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Train and mentor employees on assembly processes, quality expectations, safety procedures, and standard work instructions.
• Conduct daily shift meetings to communicate production goals, safety topics, quality concerns, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Materials teams to quickly resolve production issues.
• Investigate quality concerns and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Promote Lean Manufacturing principles by identifying waste and improving workflow, productivity, and workplace organization (5S).
• Monitor attendance, performance, and employee development while conducting performance evaluations and coaching conversations.
• Ensure accurate production reporting within the ERP system and maintain departmental documentation.
• Participate in scheduling activities and manpower planning to maximize operational efficiency.
• Support new product introductions, engineering changes, and continuous process improvements.
• Perform other supervisory duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of manufacturing experience in metal fabrication, assembly, or industrial production.
• At least three (3) years of supervisory or team leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and production scheduling.
• Working knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and safe manufacturing practices.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using ERP or manufacturing software systems.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Engineering, Business Management, or related field.
• Experience supervising fabrication or mechanical assembly operations.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Experience with ISO 9001 quality systems.
• Experience reading engineering drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and work instructions.
• Forklift certification or willingness to become certified.
• Strong leadership and team development abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Mechanical aptitude and manufacturing process knowledge
• Production planning and workflow coordination
• Root cause analysis and problem-solving
• Quality assurance and inspection awareness
• Safety leadership and regulatory compliance
• Time management and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• ERP and production reporting proficiency
• Ability to build positive working relationships across departments

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequently lift, push, pull, or move materials weighing up to 40 pounds; occasionally up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb as required.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, heat, and moving equipment.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).