3rd Shift Production Supervisor – Fabrication Leader

API Heat Transfer; Iron Ridge (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

API Heat Transfer in Iron Ridge, WI, is recruiting a Production Supervisor to lead 3rd shift fabrication operations and support the Franklin plant. You will supervise a skilled team, coordinate CNC machining, laser cutting, brake press forming, and welding, and drive safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, staffing optimization, and KPI improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing setting with a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing
• Hands-on experience in fabrication (CNC, laser, brake press, welding)
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work 3rd shift with flexibility for overtime as needed

Responsibilities

• Lead Daily Production: Supervise 1st shift fabrication operations to meet production schedules and customer demand
• Coordinate workflows across CNC machining, laser cutting, brake press forming, and welding
• Ensure efficient staffing, material flow, and equipment utilization
• Develop & Lead Your Team: Coach, mentor, and manage a team of welders, machine operators, and fabrication technicians
• Provide performance feedback, support development, and address performance concerns
• Build a strong, accountable, and engaged team culture
• Champion Safety: Enforce safety policies and lead by example in a manufacturing environment
• Conduct safety observations, training, and incident follow-ups
• Promote a proactive safety-first culture
• Drive Quality & Continuous Improvement: Ensure all fabricated components meet quality standards and specifications
• Partner with Quality and Engineering to resolve issues and improve processes
• Support Lean initiatives, 5S, and efficiency improvements
• Manage Operations: Oversee scheduling, attendance, and timekeeping
• Track and improve KPIs such as productivity, scrap, and on-time delivery

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

CNC

Laser

Brake press

Welding

Job description

API Heat Transfer in Iron Ridge, WI, is recruiting a Production Supervisor to lead 3rd shift fabrication operations and support the Franklin plant. You will supervise a skilled team, coordinate CNC machining, laser cutting, brake press forming, and welding, and drive safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, staffing optimization, and KPI improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing setting with a strong safety culture.