Production Shift Supervisor - Melting Department

Charter Automotive; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive 401(k) with company 7%

Career growth and development programs

Training and leadership development

Culture focused on safety, trust, and

Continuous improvement

Job summary

Charter Casting is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 3rd shift in Shawano, WI. You will lead melt department operations, develop employees, and foster a culture of safety, trust, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

You will oversee daily production, drive productivity, ensure quality, reduce waste, and coordinate with maintenance, quality, and engineering to achieve plant goals. Strong leadership and communication are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years in manufacturing, industrial, foundry or related production roles.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
• Ability to prioritize, delegate, and follow up across multiple tasks.
• Strong coaching, employee development, and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop production employees through coaching, mentoring, training, and performance management.
• Oversee daily manufacturing operations to meet production goals and drive productivity, quality, and waste reduction.
• Drive safety culture and Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement initiatives across departments.
• Support Environmental, Quality, and Safety Management System requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Employee development

Communication

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family! 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

• 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

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.

OUR STORY

Charter Manufacturing is a family-owned group of diversified metals manufacturing businesses founded in 1936 and headquartered in Mequon, Wis. Our will to grow drives our success. It is fueled by a team of respected and dedicated employees committed to continuous improvement and an entrepreneurial spirit that thrives within the Charter family.

WE ARE INVESTED IN YOU

When you work at Charter Manufacturing you’re part of a four-generation family business. That means, you’re not just an employee, you’re one of our family members. We believe in mutual trust. Employees are respected and empowered to explore new and better ways to impact the success of the company.

The forward thinking and enthusiasm from our team drives us to create resources and opportunities for employees to learn, develop and create their own future. We celebrate you. We are successful because of our employees --- and their great work doesn’t go unnoticed. We recognize and reward our employees for their contributions.