Electroplating Production Supervisor - Lead & Improve

Advanced Plating Technologies, Inc; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Plating Technologies, Inc. is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor (Electroplating) to lead our plating lines and oversee daily operations.

This hands-on leadership role requires proven supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, with a focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will motivate employees, drive performance, and develop team members while ensuring production goals are met in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising 1030+ production employees in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy, or related field.
• Previous Electroplating Or Metal Finishing Experience Preferred. ISO quality management systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership and act as coach/mentor to ensure quality mindset and problem solving.
• Manage daily staffing, workflow, and production schedules to meet customer requirements.
• Monitor production performance and key metrics to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate production activities with other supervisors and support departments for efficiency.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide coaching, and support employee development.
• Enforce safety policies, quality standards, and operating procedures.
• Promote a safe, organized, and efficient work environment while maintaining maintenance goals.
• Identify and resolve production issues to minimize downtime and improve productivity.
• Develop and administer the Department operating budget to meet quality goals.
• Performs other duties to achieve department and company goals.

Job description

Advanced Plating Technologies, Inc. is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor (Electroplating) to lead our plating lines and oversee daily operations.

This hands-on leadership role requires proven supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, with a focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will motivate employees, drive performance, and develop team members while ensuring production goals are met in a fast-paced setting.