Production Supervisor

Wildeck, Inc; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wildeck is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor for the 2nd shift in Milwaukee, WI to oversee the powder coat line, welding and fabrication teams. The role ensures high-quality output at low cost while meeting customer specifications and delivery requirements.

The position requires leading a team, selecting and prioritizing work, interpreting drawings, and maintaining safety and HR policy compliance. ERP experience and strong leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent manufacturing leadership experience.
• 2+ years leading teams in manufacturing with hiring/termination input.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to manage ~20 employees.
• Solid organizational and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize, schedule, and delegate work assignments.
• Establish or adjust procedures to meet production schedules.
• Interpret specs, blueprints, and job orders; assign duties.
• Act as a technical resource to address inquiries and problems.
• Document and ensure safety, HR policy, and reporting compliance.
• Coach employees, manage performance and foster engagement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Time management

People management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or related field

Tools

MS Excel

Epicor ERP

Job description

THE ROLE

Manufacturing Supervisor – 2nd Shift

POSITION TYPE

Full-time, exempt

SCHEDULE

4 – 10-hour days, may vary based upon production/demand

OUR OPPORTUNITY

The Manufacturing Supervisor will oversee our 2nd shift powder coat paint line, welding and fabrication teams. They will ensure the production of company products at the highest quality at the lowest possible cost, meeting company performance standards and customer specifications and delivery requirement, in accordance with company policies and procedures.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prioritize, schedule, and delegate work assignments.
• Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules.
• Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders to associates and assign duties.
• Act as a technical resource to address and resolve inquiries and problems.
• Document and assure compliance with all safety, HR Policy, and reporting requirements.
• Coach employees, manage performance and create a culture of high engagement.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or related field, or equivalent relevant work experience in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of two years of experience leading or supervising teams in manufacturing environment including accountability or input into hiring and termination decisions.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to effectively manage a team of 20 employee owners.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (word, excel, etc.).
• Experience with Epicor or other ERP system (e.g. SAP).

OUR COMPANY

Headquartered in Waukesha, Wisconsin, Wildeck is a subsidiary of Holden Industries, and is a 100% employee-owned company. Wildeck is the largest U.S. manufacturer of industrial steel work platforms (mezzanines), vertical lifts (VRCs), rideable material lifts (RML), safety guarding products, industrial ladders, crossovers, and more. We have been providing the highest quality products to the distribution industry for almost 50 years.

Wildeck provides employees a comprehensive total rewards package. Along with competitive compensation we offer three different health plans, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, identity protection service, paid parental leave, employee assistance program, continuing education, generous paid-time-off and nine paid holidays.

Retirement plans include the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401k. Contributions to the ESOP are made by the Company annually based on profitability. One of the many benefits of being an employee-owned company is that our employees are our shareholders with the ability to directly impact the profitability of the company and share in the rewards.