Focus Area Supervisor: Manufacturing & Safety Lead

HellermannTyton; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

HellermannTyton is seeking a Focus Area Supervisor who reports to the Lead Manufacturing Supervisor to oversee production personnel, safety, and manufacturing processes while upholding Quality and EHS certifications.

You will develop daily shift work plans, manage labor headcount, schedule changeovers, and lead feedback sessions to drive safety, quality, and on-time production.

Maintain 5S, PPE compliance, electronic audits, and complete production reviews with accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Forklift certification and strong safety mindset required.
• Advanced knowledge of plastic injection molding is preferred.
• Excellent communicator with ability to lead and train teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee manufacturing personnel and ensure production safety.
• Develop daily shift schedules and manage labor headcount.
• Lead changeover activities and ensure smooth production.
• Coach staff, conduct meetings, and provide performance feedback.
• Maintain 5S standards and housekeeping.
• Ensure PPE compliance and adherence to safety procedures.
• Review shift performance using production reports and metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Forklift certification

Plastic injection molding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Quality standards QS9000/IATF16949

ISO14000

Job description

HellermannTyton is seeking a Focus Area Supervisor who reports to the Lead Manufacturing Supervisor to oversee production personnel, safety, and manufacturing processes while upholding Quality and EHS certifications.

You will develop daily shift work plans, manage labor headcount, schedule changeovers, and lead feedback sessions to drive safety, quality, and on-time production.

Maintain 5S, PPE compliance, electronic audits, and complete production reviews with accurate documentation.