Production Supervisor

Forte Opening S; Town of Thorp (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day work week

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with 5% company match

Paid parental leave

Vacation and holidays

Wellness credit for health premiums

Job summary

Forte Opening Solutions in Thorp, WI is seeking a 2nd Shift Production Supervisor to oversee plant activities, supervise production, and delegate tasks to hit KPIs. You will use production boards to keep the team informed, drive lean improvements, and mentor staff in lean tools.

The role requires strong leadership, exceptional communication, and the ability to work independently or with a team. Prior manufacturing supervisory experience and familiarity with ERP systems are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Superior communication, written and verbal.
• Proven leadership in a manufacturing setting.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently or in a team.
• Strong organizational and coaching skills.
• Experience with Paycom/Workday or ERP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee plant activities and overall production.
• Delegate work and track KPIs using production boards.
• Maintain data integrity on lean metrics and boards.
• Train, coach, and develop assigned staff in lean tools.
• Collaborate with leadership to assess talent and address gaps.
• Communicate effectively across all levels of the process.
• Direct production per schedule, maximize resources and efficiency.
• Identify improvements to boost productivity and reduce scrap.
• Assist staff with procedures and proper equipment use.
• Support quality policies and adherence to standards.
• Involve in interviewing, hiring, and development of operations staff.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Self-motivated

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Microsoft Office

Education

College degree preferred

High school diploma with supervisory experience

Tools

Paycom

Workday

ERP systems

Job description

JOB TITLE 2nd Shift Production Supervisor
Location: Thorp, WI
Shift: 2nd
Schedule: Mon-Thurs 3:30 PM - 2:00 AM
Build Your Future with Forte Opening Solutions
At Forte Opening Solutions, we don't just manufacture doors; we create pathways to possibilities. We empower our employees to shape the future of our industry. Join a team where craftsmanship meets cutting-edge technology, and where your ideas can open new doors. Together, we build not just products, but a culture of excellence, innovation, safety, and collaboration. [forteopenings.com]
What You'll Do
You will oversee plant activities, supervise the overall production, and delegate work assignments to ensure all key performance indicators (KPIs) are identified, structured and addressed. Use production boards to keep employees enlightened and informed of the department performance against standards, working with them to reach their goals.
Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment of engaged employees.
• Provide leadership, ensuring metrics are reviewed; metric misses are addressed with countermeasures, root cause identification, corrective actions, with assigned responsibility and target completion dates and ensure any support required is identified and verified.
• Maintain the integrity of Tier Board data and information.
• Perform regular lean process audits to verify integrity of lean standards.
• Provide training, demonstration and coaching to assigned process/team on lean tools and methodology.
• Work with leadership team and employees to assess employee talent and developmental needs.
• Provide regular communication, feedback, coaching and ongoing support to employees
• Ensure that an effective communication system is in place through all levels of the process.
• Ensure that roles and expectations are clearly communicated throughout the process team.
• Work with team leads to direct production activities in accordance with Production Schedule and established priorities, ensuring maximum utilization of assigned resources, machines, personnel, and materials.
• Evaluate and suggest improvements to functional leadership on production methods to improve productivity and improve scrap.
• Assist employees in the interpretation of procedures, methods, and correct use of production equipment to ensure procedures are followed.
• Understand and support quality policies and implements guidelines to assure adherence to quality documents and standards.
• Responsible for interviewing, hiring and development of operations staff.
• Responsible for discipline, addressing complaints and resolving issues in accordance with applicable laws and/or company policy

What We're Looking For

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrated ability to lead.
• Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational skills, leadership qualities, computer literacy
• Ability to supervise is essential for the candidate to perform successfully in this position.
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Previous experience with Paycom; Workday; ERP Systems considered an asset.
• Works with integrity and respect displaying a high degree of tact and diplomacy.
• Must be familiar with analyzing information.
• Good understanding of HR and Financial acumen is highly desired

Qualifications

• College Degree in a related field is preferred or the combination of High School diploma with several years of experience in a supervisory role.
• Minimum of 2 years’ recent experience within a wood, metal, or similar material manufacturing environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, reach, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
• Climb and use ladders (Ability To Work In High Areas Comfortably Using Aerial Platforms), carry or maneuver 50+ pounds
• Twist, bend, stoop, or stand for long periods of time
• Have manual dexterity and excellent hand-eye coordination
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Why Join Forte?

• Competitive pay plus bonus opportunity!
• Four-day work week-no weekends or overnights!
• Career growth and advancement opportunities- promote from within culture
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance-HSA & PPO plans
• $70 monthly wellness credit toward health insurance premiums just for getting annual physicals
• Company paid STD/LTD and life insurance
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• Paid parental leave
• Vacation accruals with increases for tenure
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Our Values

• Customer Delight
• Expertise
• Easy to do Business With
• Trustworthiness
• Own Our Actions
• Executional Excellence
• Relentlessly Curious

Equal Opportunity Employer

Forte Opening Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected status under applicable law.