Production Supervisor

Aerotek; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Wisconsin is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations, drive productivity, and ensure quality, safety, and efficiency across the floor. In this hands-on leadership role, you will oversee workflow, support and develop team members, resolve operational challenges, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy leading teams to success, Aerotek offers a collaborative setting with strong

Qualifications

• Experience as Production Supervisor or similar leadership role in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of production operations, workflow management, and quality systems.
• Ability to analyze production data and prepare reports.
• Experience supervising, coaching, and developing team members.
• Familiarity with workplace safety regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production activities to meet targets, inventory needs, and quality standards.
• Schedule and prioritize workflow to maximize labor, materials, and equipment utilization.
• Supervise and coach production teams to boost productivity and engagement.
• Monitor product quality and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Coordinate machine setup, adjustments, and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Review production metrics and prepare reports to identify improvements.
• Enforce safety policies and regulatory requirements in the workplace.
• Partner with planning teams on scheduling, capacity, and resource allocation.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency.
• Inspect work-in-progress and finished products for quality.

Skills

Leadership / People Management

Production Operations

Quality & Safety Compliance

Data Analysis

Effective Communication

ERP / Manufacturing Software

Troubleshooting Equipment

Tools

ERP Systems

Production Reporting Systems

Job description

Job Description

We're seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations, drive productivity, and ensure quality, safety, and efficiency across the production floor.

In this hands-on leadership role, you'll oversee workflow, support and develop team members, resolve operational challenges, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that help the organization achieve its production goals.

If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoy leading teams to success, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily production activities to ensure production targets, inventory requirements, and quality standards are consistently achieved.
• Schedule, coordinate, and prioritize production workflow to meet deadlines while maximizing labor, materials, and equipment utilization.
• Supervise, coach, and support production team members to promote productivity, accountability, and engagement.
• Monitor product quality throughout the manufacturing process and ensure compliance with all specifications and standards.
• Coordinate machine setup, adjustments, and troubleshooting to maintain efficient operations and minimize downtime.
• Analyze work orders and production requirements to ensure necessary materials and equipment are available.
• Review production metrics and prepare performance reports to communicate results and identify improvement opportunities.
• Enforce workplace safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements to maintain a safe and compliant environment.
• Address employee questions and concerns professionally while fostering a positive team culture.
• Review and approve employee time records and production documentation for accuracy.
• Partner with production planning teams to provide input on scheduling, capacity, and resource allocation.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on increasing efficiency, quality, and operational performance.
• Inspect work-in-progress and finished products to verify quality requirements are met.
• Recommend process, equipment, and workflow improvements to increase throughput and reduce waste.
• Resolve production and operational challenges quickly to maintain workflow and production schedules.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support business objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Production Supervisor, Production Lead, Manufacturing Supervisor, or similar leadership role in a manufacturing or assembly environment.
• Strong knowledge of production operations, workflow management, inventory control, and quality systems.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet production deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience supervising, coaching, and developing production employees.
• Working knowledge of workplace safety regulations and best practices.
• Ability to analyze production data, prepare reports, and make data-driven decisions.
• Experience troubleshooting production equipment issues and coordinating maintenance activities.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with production reporting systems, manufacturing software, or ERP systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in assembly, manufacturing, or industrial production environments.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, or related methodologies.
• Experience with production planning, scheduling, and capacity management.
• Familiarity with performance metrics, KPI tracking, and operational reporting.
• Demonstrated success implementing process improvements that enhance efficiency, quality, or productivity.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work for a well-established and growing organization.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Collaborative team environment with strong operational support.
• Be part of continuous improvement initiatives that directly impact business success.
• Stable, fast-paced manufacturing environment where your leadership makes a difference.

Work Environment

This position is based in an enclosed, non-climate-controlled warehouse and production facility. Employees regularly work on and around manufacturing equipment, materials, and assembly operations. Adherence to established safety procedures and operational guidelines is required at all times.