1st Shift Production Supervisor - Large Enclosures

Kohler (Rehlko); Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Work-life flexibility

Recognition and rewards

Development and career opportunities

A safe and inclusive workplace

Job summary

Rehlko is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 1st shift in Large Enclosures Assembly. You will supervise production personnel to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality operations at the Rehlko manufacturing facility.

Focus areas include optimizing output, maintaining equipment reliability, and driving continuous improvement while complying with policies and safety standards. You will coordinate with multiple departments to meet schedules, improve downtime, and uphold safety and quality

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, coach, and motivate the 1st shift production team in Large Enclosures Assembly.
• Oversee daily production schedules, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to quality, cost, and delivery objectives.
• Coordinate the build with components and generator sets supplied by other areas; when parts or units are short, make timely decisions to keep production moving and minimize downtime.
• Manage daily workforce movement, reassigning associates as needed to fill gaps and keep the team engaged and productive.
• Communicate department needs and status across all three shifts, and relay accurate, timely information to associates on the floor.
• Support associates in using digital work instructions.
• Monitor equipment performance, conduct routine inspections, and coordinate with maintenance teams for repairs and preventive maintenance activities.
• Implement, enforce, and promote all safety policies, procedures, and environmental requirements to maintain a safe working environment.
• Conduct daily Safety Gemba walks and lead safety discussions, utilizing established safety Gemba scripts and standard work to identify hazards, reinforce safe behaviors, and drive corrective actions.
• Investigate safety incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, ensuring timely root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.
• Maintain accurate production records, including shift reports, maintenance logs, inventory levels, and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with other supervisors, engineering, quality, supply chain, materials, and support departments to ensure seamless operational flow.
• Conduct employee performance reviews, provide coaching and feedback, and support employee development initiatives.
• Manage employee timekeeping, attendance, scheduling, and adherence to company policies and HR procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost reduction.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and develop action plans to achieve departmental and plant objectives.
• Support and participate in lean manufacturing, 5S, and operational excellence activities.
• Maintain compliance with all company, customer, regulatory, and operational requirements.

Job description

Rehlko is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 1st shift in Large Enclosures Assembly. You will supervise production personnel to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality operations at the Rehlko manufacturing facility.

Focus areas include optimizing output, maintaining equipment reliability, and driving continuous improvement while complying with policies and safety standards. You will coordinate with multiple departments to meet schedules, improve downtime, and uphold safety and quality