Production Supervisor

Plymouth; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Plymouth Tube is seeking a dedicated Production Supervisor for our manufacturing operations in Wisconsin. This role involves leading daily production activities and developing a high-performing team to achieve operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will have extensive leadership experience in manufacturing and a passion for continuous improvement. Responsibilities include driving safety, quality, and productivity, while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Plymouth is committed to providing an inclusive workplace where every employee can thrive.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing leadership experience or 5 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing and unionized environments preferred.
• Strong communication and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production activities to meet targets.
• Develop and engage production employees effectively.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing experience

Leadership skills

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, or related field

Associate degree in a manufacturing-related field

Job description

Join Plymouth Tube and become part of a company with more than 100 years of manufacturing excellence, strong values, and a commitment to continuous improvement. We are seeking a motivated and people-focused Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations and support a high-performing production team. This role is responsible for driving safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance while developing employees, improving processes, and ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory, and company standards. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about building strong teams and achieving operational excellence.

Job Title

Production Supervisor

Reports To

Operations Manager

FLSA Status

Exempt

Shift

Third shift

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily production activities to meet operational, quality, safety, and cost targets.
• Develop, coach, and engage production employees to build a high‑performing workforce.
• Foster positive employee relations and maintain compliance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, employment laws, and company policies.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, ISO, ASME, customer, and other applicable standards and certifications.
• Conduct accident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Manage attendance, timekeeping, PTO, training, and skill development programs.
• Utilize performance management processes to establish goals, provide feedback, and support employee development.
• Monitor key performance indicators and provide regular operational reports to leadership.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, inclusion, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, or related field with 3+ years of manufacturing leadership experience; OR
• Associate degree in a manufacturing‑related field with 5+ years of supervisory experience, including experience in a Lean Manufacturing environment; OR
• 5+ years of supervisory or lead experience in a heavy industrial manufacturing

Preferred

• Experience in a unionized manufacturing environment.
• Stainless steel tube manufacturing operations experience.
• Lean Manufacturing training or experience.
• Leadership and team development
• Communication and employee engagement
• Continuous improvement and change management
• Performance management and accountability
• Problem-solving and sound decision‑making
• Planning, organization, and execution
• Customer focus and quality orientation
• Integrity, professionalism, and teamwork

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, and use of hands.
• Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to moving equipment, temperature variations, noise, and other typical industrial conditions.

Plymouth Tube is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and productive workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran