Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Pentair Management Company; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 61,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Employee stock purchase program

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Pentair is seeking a Production Supervisor on 2nd shift for the Manitowoc, WI area. The role leads second shift manufacturing, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets are met while developing a skilled team.

You will drive lean initiatives, supervise employees, and coordinate cross-functional efforts to sustain high performance and continuous improvement on the Manitowoc Ice line.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in a related field; leadership experience considered
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience, including 2+ years in leadership or supervisory role
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, safety, quality systems, and workforce management
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, compliant manufacturing operations by enforcing safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Direct daily production activities to meet schedule, efficiency, and customer requirements.
• Monitor performance metrics and drive improvements in productivity, quality, and cost.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing, MDI, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supervise, coach, and develop manufacturing employees and team leaders.
• Manage performance, attendance, onboarding, training, and employee engagement.
• Lead root cause analysis, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and improve operational performance.
• Support new product introductions, process improvements, and plant initiatives.
• Communicate operational results, priorities, and expectations to employees and leadership.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Problem Solving

ERP/MES

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's degree in Manufacturing/Business/Engineering/Operations Management

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

ERP/MES systems

Manufacturing reporting systems

Job description

At Pentair, you will work alongside passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our mission into practice, helping the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life's most essential resource. From our residential water filtration to industrial water management to pool products and more, our 9,000 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help create a better world for people and the planet through smart, sustainable water solutions.

We have an opportunity for a Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift - to join our Manitowoc, WI team. You will be responsible for leading and coordinating second shift manufacturing operations to safely achieve production, quality, delivery, cost, and employee engagement objectives. This role provides direct leadership to production employees, ensuring efficient execution of manufacturing schedules while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, operational performance, and continuous improvement. The Production Supervisor serves as the primary operational leader for the shift, driving accountability, workforce development, problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration to support Manitowoc Ice's commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

You will:

• Lead safe, compliant manufacturing operations by enforcing safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Direct daily production activities to meet schedule, efficiency, and customer requirements.
• Monitor performance metrics and drive improvements in productivity, quality, and cost.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing, MDI, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supervise, coach, and develop manufacturing employees and team leaders.
• Manage performance, attendance, onboarding, training, and employee engagement.
• Lead root cause analysis, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and improve operational performance.
• Support new product introductions, process improvements, and plant initiatives.
• Communicate operational results, priorities, and expectations to employees and leadership.

Key Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Manufacturing, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field; equivalent leadership experience considered. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience, including 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, safety, quality systems, and workforce management.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, ERP/MES, and manufacturing reporting systems.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and employee development skills.
• Experience in high-volume and union manufacturing environments preferred.
• Ability to work a Monday through Friday, 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM schedule.

Compensation:

For this full-time position working at this location, the anticipated annualized base pay range will be from $61200 - $113600 / year. At Pentair, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the pay range. Pentair considers various factors in determining actual compensation for this position at the expected location. Actual compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, work location, and other relevant business or organizational needs. This position may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as, annual incentive bonus.

Benefits:

As a Pentair employee, you would enjoy a wide array of benefit options to help keep you and your family healthy and protected, health benefits, a generous 401(k), employee stock purchase program, disability benefits, life insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, parental leave, caregiver leave, tuition reimbursement, plus paid time off and wellness programs to encourage a healthy work/life balance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day.