Production Manager - 1st Shift

Torrey Holistics; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrey Holistics is seeking a first shift Production Supervisor to lead daily production activities and ensure on-time delivery. You will plan, assign, and monitor production tasks while enforcing quality standards and safety procedures.

This role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and hands-on coaching with cross-training responsibilities. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in supervision within a manufacturing setting, with familiarity in ERP systems and CAD/CAM processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in business/engineering/related field.
• Minimum 3 years in a supervisory role in manufacturing.
• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of ERP, quality management, and CNC/milling is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Executes the production plan and meets daily production numbers.
• Plans daily activities for production personnel and aligns with schedule.
• Monitors operators for quality via standardized checks.
• Supports hiring and selection of production staff.
• Oversees training and cross-training, reviews progress, adjusts plans.
• Provides direction, sets performance standards, and conducts appraisals.
• Participates in regular safety inspections to ensure OSHA compliance.
• Maintains shop floor cleanliness and stock levels of materials.
• Directs off-shift production activities and manages logistics.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Bilingual Eng/Spanish

Scheduling

Sense of urgency

Education

Bachelor's degree in business management/operations/engineering

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft applications

Calipers and micrometers

Forklifts

Job description

We are a leading manufacturer looking for a first shift Production Supervisor to join our team.Responsibilities Include:Executes the production plan.Plans the daily activities for production personnel and monitors daily production numbers to meet the production schedule.Supports the hiring and selection process of production personnel.Ensures operators are meeting quality standards by adhering to standardized quality checks.Oversees the training and cross-training of operators and facilitiates regular check-ins to review progress and adjust training plans as needed.Provides direction to operators, including setting performance standards, monitoring performance, conducting disciplinary actions, and providing feedback through our performance appraisal process.Assists with regular safety inspections to ensure OSHA compliance.Ensures shop floor cleanliness.Maintains stock levels to meet production requirements, including raw materials, production supplies, packaging materials, and finished goods.Directs and controls the activities of production on the off shifts.Required Credentials:High school diploma or equivalent.Bachelor's degree in business management, operations management, engineering, or related field is preferred.Minimum of 3 years of experience in a supervisory role.Prior manufacturing experience in a fast-paced environment is required.Required Knowledge:Knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality management systems, and manufacturing principles.Knowledge of CNC and milling operations.Proficiency with Microsoft applications.Knowledge of ERP systems.Required Skills:Effective leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.Ability to analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems.Ability to work with a sense of urgency.Ability to develop trust, respect, and cooperation with production personnel.Demonstrates strong attention to detail.Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred, but not required.You should be proficient in:Leadership / People ManagementBachelor's DegreeStandard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Supervisory ExperienceLean Manufacturing PrinciplesScheduling ExperienceHigh School / GEDExcellent Communication SkillsExperience in a Manufacturing EnvironmentMachines & technologies you'll use:ERP SoftwareCalipers and MicrometersForklifts