Production Supervisor (1st Shift)

Nelson Global; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Global is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee a shift at our Oshkosh, WI facility, directing production personnel to meet deadlines and quality targets.

You will participate in hiring, discipline, safety adherence, plan communication, and employee development, while driving continuous improvement projects.

A Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 5 years in manufacturing with supervisory experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in technology, engineering, or related fields preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years in a Manufacturing environment with at least 2 years of supervision.
• Relevant training in industrial production or related field.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage the shift team to meet production deadlines.
• Communicate the daily Production plan to Team Leads and Associates.
• Meet with employees to discuss daily goals and department updates.
• Create training plans and assign roles for critical positions.
• Work with Safety to ensure PPE usage and guideline adherence.
• Drive continuous improvement projects and initiatives.
• Other tasks as required by the Plant Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organization

Training employees

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in technology, engineering, or related fields

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

MS Windows

Job description

Nelson Global engineers, manufactures, and distributes clean and efficient Air & Fluid Transfer, NVH, Complex Structural, Acoustic, and Thermal Management Solutions. Nelson Global partners with the world’s leading OEMs. With 22 global manufacturing and distribution facilities and unparalleled engineering and innovation capabilities, Nelson Global provides mission critical solutions with the highest degree of reliability at the lowest cost. Our dedication to serving our employees, partners, and the planet responsibly is realized across three pillars of sustainability: environmental, social, and governance. By empowering our people, reducing waste, and developing innovative and efficient systems, we support the communities and resources that spur the industries and technologies of the future.

Position Overview:

The Production Supervisor will oversee employees on a specific shift. This role is responsible to meet production expectations and will direct and assign work to the production personnel. Responsibilities will also include direct involvement with hiring, discipline and other supervisory responsibilities.

Primary Responsibilities & Duties:

• Supervise and manage the team of employees on the specified shift to ensure production expectations and deadlines are met.
• Supervise the shift employees, including corrective action and performance requirements, working with Human Resources if discipline is necessary
• Communicates the daily Production plan to Team Leads and Associates.
• Meet with employees to discuss daily goals and objectives as well as Company and department updates.
• Create training plans for employee development and assign primary and backup roles for critical positions
• Work with the Safety manager to ensure all guidelines are followed and the correct PPE always worn.
• Recommend, drive and support Continuous Improvement projects.
• Other tasks as required by the Plant Manager

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in technology, engineering, business administration, or related fields preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Manufacturing environment, with at least two years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Relevant training and certification in industrial production, engineering, or any related field.

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to prioritize, follow through, and build relationships.
• Knowledge of manufacturing tools and equipment.
• Excellent organization, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and train employees
• Excellent problem-solving skills, and strong work ethic.
• Computer proficiency in MS Windows and Office Applications, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
• Relevant training and certification in industrial production, engineering, or any related field.
• Ability to assist in driving change within the facility