2nd Shift Production Supervisor: MedTech Assembly

Mpe Inc; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MPE, Inc. in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift to lead daily manufacturing operations, drive safety, quality, and efficiency, and coordinate with site management on goals for high-mix/low-volume electromechanical assembly.

You will supervise hourly staff, manage shift workloads, troubleshoot equipment, ensure process adherence, and foster a Lean/continuous improvement culture in a regulated medical device environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a high-mix/low-volume environment, preferably in metal fabrication, powder coating, or assembly in a regulated manufacturing setting.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Proven hands-on leader with accountability and teamwork.
• Strong troubleshooting and decision-making abilities; excellent communication.
• Ability to read routings, manuals, blueprints, and technical docs.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office.
• Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities in metal fabrication, powder coating, and electro-mechanical assembly to ensure on-time delivery.
• Direct daily shift operations, assign work priorities, and address bottlenecks to meet targets; ensure smooth handoffs.
• Review prior-day output, ensure process compliance, and troubleshoot equipment/process issues.
• Supervise hourly personnel: scheduling, onboarding, timecard review, evaluations, and training on process adherence and safety.
• Promote a continuous-improvement culture and lead by example.
• Facilitate Leader Standard Work, KPI reviews, audits, and Gemba walks; maintain visual management and escalation processes.
• Assist in inventory labeling and material movement tracking.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Lean manufacturing

ERP/MRP systems

Problem-solving

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP/MRP

Microsoft Office

Job description

MPE, Inc. in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift to lead daily manufacturing operations, drive safety, quality, and efficiency, and coordinate with site management on goals for high-mix/low-volume electromechanical assembly.

You will supervise hourly staff, manage shift workloads, troubleshoot equipment, ensure process adherence, and foster a Lean/continuous improvement culture in a regulated medical device environment.