Production Shift Supervisor

Charter Automotive; Shawano, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company contribution and 7

Company-paid life insurance, long-term

Disability coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Charter Casting in Shawano, WI seeks a Production Supervisor for the 3rd shift in the Melt Department to lead daily operations, develop employees, and foster a safety-focused culture. You will guide teams, coach individuals, and drive performance improvements while coordinating with maintenance, quality, and engineering to meet production goals.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in manufacturing with supervisory experience, strong problem-solving skills, and a hands-on approach to Lean and Kaizen

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 5+ years of manufacturing, industrial, foundry, metal processing, or related production experience.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong ability to prioritize, delegate, and follow up on multiple responsibilities.
• Coaching, employee development, and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop production employees through coaching, mentoring, training, and performance management.
• Foster a safety-focused culture with accountability and teamwork.
• Oversee daily manufacturing operations to meet production goals.
• Drive productivity, quality, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Coordinate with maintenance, quality, engineering, and other departments.
• Monitor workflow, staffing, and resource allocation for efficiency.
• Address production challenges and implement effective solutions.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Team leadership

Problem solving

Lean Manufacturing

Kaizen

5S

Root cause analysis

Safety leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Business, Manufacturing, Metallurgy, Engineering Technology, or related field

Job description

# Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift (Melt Department)**Charter Casting | Shawano, WI** At **Charter Casting**, we produce high-quality cast products that power industries across North America. We're looking for a motivated and people-focused **Production Supervisor** to lead manufacturing operations, develop employees, and help drive a culture of safety, trust, teamwork and continuous improvement. ## What You'll Do### Leadership & Employee Development* Lead and develop production employees through coaching, mentoring, training, and performance management.* Foster a culture built on safety, accountability, teamwork, and respect.* Conduct performance evaluations and support employee growth initiatives.* Communicate expectations clearly and provide timely feedback and recognition.* Promote employee engagement and support a positive work environment.### Operations & Production* Oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure production goals are met.* Drive productivity, quality, and waste reduction initiatives.* Coordinate with maintenance, quality, engineering, and other departments to support operational success.* Monitor workflow, staffing, and resource allocation to maximize efficiency.* Address production challenges and implement effective solutions.### Continuous Improvement & Safety* Support and participate in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.* Promote safe work practices and ensure compliance with all company safety policies and procedures.* Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.* Support Environmental, Quality, and Safety Management System requirements.## ## What We're Looking For### Required Qualifications* High School Diploma or GED.* 5+ years of manufacturing, industrial, foundry, metal processing, or related production experience.* Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.* Strong ability to prioritize, delegate, and follow up on multiple responsibilities.* Proven coaching, employee development, and team-building skills.* Effective verbal and written communication skills.* Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.* Ability to collaborate across departments and shifts.* Self-motivated with a strong sense of accountability and urgency.* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.### ### Preferred Qualifications* Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Business, Manufacturing, Metallurgy, Engineering Technology, or a related field.* 3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.* Experience working within Lean Manufacturing environments.* Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or related certification.* Strong analytical and reporting skills.* Advanced Microsoft Office skills. ## Successful Candidates Will Be Able To* Build trust and credibility with employees at all levels.* Lead through change while maintaining employee engagement.* Balance production demands with safety and quality expectations.* Manage staffing, training, and operational priorities simultaneously.* Drive accountability while creating a positive and productive work culture.* Work effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve plant goals. ## Why Charter Casting?At Charter Casting, our employees are the foundation of our success. We are committed to developing our people, investing in our operations, and creating an environment where employees can build long-term careers.We offer:* Competitive compensation* Comprehensive benefits package* 401(k) with company contribution up to 7%* Career growth and advancement opportunities* Training and leadership development programs* A strong culture focused on safety, trust, teamwork, and continuous improvement ## Join Our TeamIf you're a manufacturing leader who enjoys developing people, improving processes, and driving operational excellence, we invite you to apply and help shape the future of Charter Casting.**Apply today to become our next Production Supervisor in Shawano, Wisconsin.** **Key Skills:**Production Leadership • Manufacturing Supervision • Employee Development • Coaching & Mentoring • Team Leadership • Performance Management • Operational Excellence • Lean Manufacturing • Continuous Improvement • Kaizen • 5S • Root Cause Analysis • Problem Solving • Process Improvement • Safety Leadership • OSHA Compliance • Quality Control• KPI Management • Microsoft Excel • Microsoft Office • Foundry Operations • Metal Casting • Industrial Manufacturing • Metal Processing • Heavy Manufacturing • Casting Operations • Manufacturing Metrics • Change Management• Supervisory Experience #CharterCastingWe offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).This position may include access to controlled information or technology under U.S. export control laws. Employment may be contingent on either the applicant verifying that the applicant falls under the “U.S. Person” definition (including U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or the employer timely obtaining any necessary export license under federal law. The employer evaluates export licensing on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion, as export license applications can take many weeks to process.