Lean Manufacturing Supervisor — Tier Board & KPI Leadership

Forte Opening S; Marshfield (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay + bonus

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Forte Opening Solutions in Marshfield, WI is seeking a hands-on Lean Manufacturing Supervisor to lead production teams in a fast-paced doors/frames environment, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery while protecting KPI integrity.

You will coach associates in lean methods, standard work, and problem-solving, maintain Tier Board data, schedule across shifts, and drive continuous improvement through training and performance management.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of recent manufacturing supervisory experience in wood, metal, or similar materials.
• Experience with lean methods and coaching teams in a production setting.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead production teams in a lean, safe, and high-quality environment.
• Coach associates in lean tools, standard work, and performance management.
• Review metrics, drive root-cause actions, and maintain KPI visibility.
• Allocate people, machines, and materials to meet the Production Schedule.
• Recruit, hire, and develop team members; enforce policy and law.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Organized

Analytical

Education

Degree in a related field

High school diploma + supervisory experience

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Paycom/Workday

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lean Manufacturing SupervisorCompany: Forte Opening SolutionsLocation: Marshfield, WIRole snapshotLead production teams in a fast-paced architectural openings (doors/frames) environment.Own Tier board accuracy, KPI visibility, and countermeasure discipline.Coach associates in lean methods, standard work, and safe, high-quality execution.Available schedules (two roles)Schedule 1: Mon–Thurs, 2:30 pm–12:30 am; mandatory overtime every other FridaySchedule 2: 2-2-3 rotation, 6:00 pm–6:00 amCore outcomesCreate an engaged, positive culture anchored in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.Review metrics routinely; for every miss, drive root cause, corrective action, owners, and completion dates.Protect the integrity of Tier Board data and cadence.Conduct lean process audits; verify adherence to standards and 5S.Deliver hands-on training and coaching in lean tools and methodology.Ensure role clarity and effective communication through all levels of the process.Allocate people, machines, and materials to meet the Production Schedule and priorities.Recommend process and method improvements to raise productivity and reduce scrap.Interpret procedures and confirm proper equipment use to meet quality documents and standards.Recruit, hire, develop, and performance-manage team members; resolve complaints in line with policy and law.What you bringSkills and capabilitiesStrong written and verbal communication; proven leadership.Self-motivated; effective independently and as a team player.Organized, computer-literate; proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.Experience with Paycom, Workday, or ERP systems is an asset.Analytical with high integrity, respect, tact, and diplomacy.Bonus: HR and financial acumen.BackgroundDegree in a related field preferred; or high school diploma plus several years of supervisory experience.2+ years of recent manufacturing experience in wood, metal, or similar materials.Physical demandsStanding, walking, bending, twisting, reaching, and repetitive motion for the duration of the shift.Lifting up to 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.Working at heights using ladders/aerial platforms; maneuvering 50+ lbs.Extended periods of twisting, bending, stooping, and standing; strong manual dexterity and hand–eye coordination.Comfort in a manufacturing setting.Compensation & benefitsCompetitive pay + bonus opportunityInternal mobility and advancementTuition reimbursementMedical, dental, vision (HSA & PPO)$70/month wellness credit for annual physicalsCompany-paid STD/LTD and life insurance401(k) with 5% company matchPaid parental leaveVacation accruals that increase with tenurePTO and paid holidaysOur valuesCustomer DelightExpertiseEasy to do Business WithTrustworthinessOwn Our ActionsExecutional ExcellenceRelentlessly CuriousPreferred experience areasQuality inspectionIndustrial/manufacturing engineeringCNC programmingCoaching and mentoringMaintenance and repairERP/MRP systemsProduction planning and schedulingLockout/Tagout (LOTO)Machine setups for production runsConveyorsForkliftsHydraulic pressesIndustrial sawsOSHAPlasticsTeam leadershipWood manufacturingPallet jacksTools & tech you’ll seeElectric pallet jacksForkliftsConveyorsCutting machineryHydraulic pressesProduction operations systemsTeam leadership frameworksScheduling softwareLegalEqual Opportunity EmployerForte Opening Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected status under applicable law.