2nd Shift Production Supervisor

LJT Wisconsin LLC; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LJT Wisconsin LLC is seeking a 2nd Shift Production Supervisor to lead daily production operations, ensure safety and quality, and drive continuous improvement on the shop floor. The role requires strong communication and hands-on leadership to develop team capability and meet operational targets.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, with preference for steel/tube forming experience and a bachelor’s degree. This is a hands-on, on-site leadership position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with conflict resolution experience.
• Experience supervising in a manufacturing environment; steel/tube forming preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production activities and shift execution.
• Provide visible floor leadership throughout the shift.
• Develop, coach, and mentor employees.
• Drive accountability to safety, quality, and production standards.
• Coordinate staffing, scheduling, and labor utilization.
• Lead problem solving and corrective actions to closure.
• Maintain accurate operational documentation and reporting.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities with Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Training.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure effective shift handoff communication.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Coaching/mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Description

The 2nd Shift Production Supervisor is responsible for leading all aspects of shift operations including safety, quality, productivity, employee development, communication, and continuous improvement. The supervisor provides frontline leadership, drives accountability, develops team capability, and ensures operational objectives are achieved while maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.

Requirements

Include the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Lead daily production activities and shift execution.
• Provide visible floor leadership throughout the shift.
• Develop, coach, and mentor employees.
• Drive accountability to safety, quality, and production standards.
• Coordinate staffing, scheduling, and labor utilization.
• Lead problem solving and corrective actions to closure.
• Maintain accurate operational documentation and reporting.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities with Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Training.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure effective shift handoff communication

Core Job Prerequisites

• High School Diploma or equivalent; bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1-3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in steel manufacturing or tube forming preferred.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, including conflict resolution.

Success Profile

A successful Production Supervisor leads with accountability, develops people, drives operational excellence, and fosters a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement. They effectively communicate, solve problems, build strong cross-functional partnerships, and consistently deliver results while strengthening the long-term capability of the organization.

Successful supervisors maintain a strong presence on the production floor and take a hands-on approach to learning the operation, equipment, and manufacturing processes. By working alongside employees, observing challenges firsthand, participating in troubleshooting efforts, and gaining a deep understanding of how the operation functions, they develop the technical knowledge necessary to make informed decisions and effectively guide their teams. This visible engagement helps build credibility, trust, and buy-in from employees while accelerating the supervisor's own understanding of the processes and machinery they are responsible for leading.