Lean Production Manager: Growth, Safety & Quality

Autana Composites LLC; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan Options

Paid Time Off

Continued Professional Development

Job summary

Autana Composites LLC in Wisconsin is seeking a proven Manufacturing/Production Supervisor to lead a team, drive lean initiatives, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery. The role demands hands-on leadership, strong communication, and the ability to manage daily, weekly, and monthly objectives.

You will organize workflows, coach staff, oversee equipment maintenance, monitor performance, and pursue continuous improvement aligned with ISO 9001:2015 standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of proven experience as a Manufacturing or Production Supervisor with full department responsibility.
• Familiar with grinders, lathes, CNCs, inspection equipment, etc.
• Lean manufacturing and 5S principles knowledge preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office and strong organizational/leadership skills.
• Relevant technical/engineering background is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and track objectives to hit quality and delivery goals.
• Communicate with team; provide guidance, training and feedback.
• Organize workflow, assign tasks and schedules for efficiency.
• Coach and supervise staff to boost performance.
• Ensure safe operation and schedule equipment maintenance.
• Monitor outputs; take corrective actions to meet specs.
• Recruit, interview, orient, and train new hires.
• Lead continuous improvement and ISO 9001:2015 compliance.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Problem solving

Time management

Process management

Process improvement

Quality control

Team management

Production planning

Attention to detail

Manufacturing

Education

High School Diploma

Technical/Engineering degree advantageous

Tools

Manufacturing machinery & tools

Job description

Autana Composites LLC in Wisconsin is seeking a proven Manufacturing/Production Supervisor to lead a team, drive lean initiatives, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery. The role demands hands-on leadership, strong communication, and the ability to manage daily, weekly, and monthly objectives.

You will organize workflows, coach staff, oversee equipment maintenance, monitor performance, and pursue continuous improvement aligned with ISO 9001:2015 standards.