Foundry Production Supervisor: 3rd Shift

Careerwebsite; New Hampton (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ATEK Metal Technologies in New Hampton, Iowa is seeking a 3rd Shift Production Supervisor to lead the shift, drive safety, quality and on-time delivery, and develop your team in a fast-paced foundry setting.

You will coach production leaders, monitor KPIs, implement corrective actions, ensure LOTO compliance, and coordinate with planning to meet customer demands, while fostering clear communication and accountability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Foundry experience preferred.
• Experience with root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop production leaders and team members to meet safety, quality, and production goals
• Create a safe, engaged, and accountable work environment
• Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions to drive performance
• Ensure compliance with safety programs (including LOTO) and company standards
• Drive continuous improvement through root cause problem-solving
• Coordinate with planning and leadership to meet customer demands and deadlines
• Support training, coaching, and development of your team
• Promote strong communication between shifts for seamless operations
• Take ownership of shift performance, staffing, and efficiency

Skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Root cause analysis

Team development

ERP systems (IQMS)

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

IQMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

3rd Shift Production Supervisor

ATEK Metal Technologies — a Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry company | New Hampton, Iowa

Lead the shift that keeps everything moving! We’re looking for a strong, hands‑on leader to take ownership of our 3rd shift production team. If you thrive in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, know how to motivate teams, and take pride in safety, quality, and results — this is your opportunity to make a real impact on the floor, every shift.

Why This Role Matters

As our 3rd Shift Production Supervisor, you’re not just overseeing production — you’re setting the tone for performance, safety, and accountability. You’ll lead a team that keeps operations running overnight and ensures we deliver high-quality products on time, every time.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and develop production leaders and team members to meet safety, quality, and production goals


• Create a safe, engaged, and accountable work environment


• Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions to drive performance


• Ensure compliance with safety programs (including LOTO) and company standards


• Drive continuous improvement through root cause problem-solving


• Coordinate with planning and leadership to meet customer demands and deadlines


• Support training, coaching, and development of your team


• Promote strong communication between shifts for seamless operations


• Take ownership of shift performance, staffing, and efficiency

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent


• 5+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing

Preferred:

• Foundry experience


• Experience with root cause analysis

Skills That Set You Apart:

• Strong leadership presence with a lead-by-example mindset


• Ability to drive results while maintaining positive team relationships


• High sense of urgency and accountability


• Effective communicator with strong problem-solving skills


• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and ERP systems (IQMS a plus)

Work Environment:

This role operates in a foundry setting, with exposure to heat, dust, noise, and fumes. We prioritize safety and provide the tools and training needed to succeed.