Manufacturing Operations Supervisor — Architectural Openings

Forte Opening S; Town of Thorp (WI); Presencial; USD 72 000 - 75 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Four-day workweek

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays

Resumo da oferta

Forte Opening Solutions in Thorp, WI seeks a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor to lead a skilled team producing premium doors and components. The role blends hands-on leadership with lean manufacturing to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals across every shift.

You’ll drive KPI reviews, coach on lean standards, coordinate resources with production scheduling, partner with quality for documentation, and develop your team through feedback, training, and recognition.

Qualificações

• Proven frontline leadership and exceptional communication.
• Strong organization, follow-through, and integrity.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; exposure to Paycom, Workday, and ERP systems is a plus.
• Analytical problem-solver with HR and financial acumen.

Responsabilidades

• Build a positive, engaged work environment grounded in safety and accountability.
• Own KPI reviews—document misses, root causes, corrective actions, owners, and due dates.
• Maintain integrity of Tier Board data and visual management systems.
• Conduct regular lean process audits; reinforce standards and coach to sustainment.
• Continuously improve production methods to reduce scrap and boost productivity.
• Ensure clear, consistent communication across all levels of the process team.

Conhecimentos

Frontline leadership

Communication

Organization

MS Office

ERP exposure

Formação académica

College degree in a related field preferred; or High School diploma plus substantial supervisory experience

Ferramentas

Paycom

Workday

ERP systems

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Lead Operations Where Craft Meets Innovation

Location: Thorp, WI

Shift: 2nd | Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 3:30 PM–2:00 AM

Compensation: Base salary $72,000–$75,000 plus monthly bonus eligibility

At Forte Opening Solutions, we turn materials into possibilities. As our Manufacturing Operations Supervisor, you’ll guide a talented team producing premium doors and components, blending hands‑on leadership with lean manufacturing to hit safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals—every single shift.

A Day in the Life

• Kick off with Tier Board huddles—share KPIs, highlight wins, and assign countermeasures where needed.
• Walk the floor to coach on lean standards, confirm audit findings, and remove roadblocks to flow.
• Align resources to the Production Schedule—balancing machines, people, and materials for maximum throughput.
• Partner with quality to uphold documentation and standards; reinforce error‑proofing and first‑pass yield.
• Develop your team: set expectations, deliver feedback, train on tools and methods, and recognize achievements.
• Interview and onboard operations staff; address performance and resolve concerns per policy and law.

Core Responsibilities

• Build a positive, engaged work environment grounded in safety and accountability.
• Own KPI reviews—document misses, root causes, corrective actions, owners, and due dates.
• Maintain integrity of Tier Board data and visual management systems.
• Conduct regular lean process audits; reinforce standards and coach to sustainment.
• Continuously improve production methods to reduce scrap and boost productivity.
• Ensure clear, consistent communication across all levels of the process team.

What You Bring

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Proven frontline leadership and exceptional communication (written and verbal).
• Strong organization, follow‑through, and integrity; diplomatic and respectful approach.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; exposure to Paycom, Workday, and ERP systems is a plus.
• Analytical problem‑solver with solid HR and financial acumen.

Qualifications

• College degree in a related field preferred; or High School diploma plus substantial supervisory experience.
• 2+ years of recent experience in wood, metal, or similar manufacturing.

Physical Requirements

• Stand, walk, bend, twist, reach, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift.
• Lift up to 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work at heights using ladders and aerial platforms; maneuver 50+ lbs as needed.
• Extended periods of standing; manual dexterity and excellent hand–eye coordination.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive pay plus monthly bonus opportunity.
• Four-day workweek—no weekends or overnights.
• Career growth in a promote-from-within culture.
• Tuition reimbursement to fuel your development.
• Medical, dental, and vision (HSA & PPO options).
• $70 monthly wellness credit toward health premiums for completing an annual physical.
• Company‑paid STD/LTD and life insurance.
• 401(k) with 5% company match.
• Paid parental leave, vacation accruals with tenure increases, PTO, and paid holidays.

Our Values

• Customer Delight
• Expertise
• Easy to Do Business With
• Trustworthiness
• Own Our Actions
• Executional Excellence
• Relentlessly Curious

Preferred Proficiencies

• Quality inspection; Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering fundamentals.
• Equipment and mechanical troubleshooting; MI proficiency; coaching and mentoring.
• Hydraulic systems and components; working with metals, wood, and plastics.

Equipment You May Operate

• Electric pallet jacks, forklifts, cutting machines, hydraulic presses, and conveyors.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Forte Opening Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected status under applicable law.