Production Supervisor- 2nd Shift

Taleo; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Olin is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift in Manitowoc, WI. The role leads daily ammunition manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and high performance in line with customer specs and military standards.

The incumbent will plan, schedule, and coordinate workforce and materials, monitor quality and efficiency, and drive continuous improvement across packaging, records, and process controls. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent; Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred in business, engineering or similar field.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing operations.
• Experience with manufacturing standards and specifications preferred.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, scheduling, and process controls.
• Ability to interpret technical documents and production specifications.
• SAP and KRONOS experience preferred.
• Ability and willingness to work any shift, including overtime, to support 24/5 operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production activities in Ammunition Manufacturing; plan, schedule, and coordinate workforce and materials.
• Ensure packaging, labeling, preservation, and documentation meet specifications and customer requirements.
• Monitor outputs, efficiency, and quality; collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain.
• Enforce safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Investigate delays and non-conformances; implement corrective actions; coach and train staff.
• Maintain production records and reports; support audits, inspections, and reviews.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives to reduce scrap.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Production planning

Scheduling

Process controls

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor’s degree in business/engineering or similar

Tools

SAP

KRONOS

Job description

Title: Production Supervisor- 2nd Shift
Location: Manitowoc, WI
Salary: $80,000 and up depending on experience
Schedule: On-site daily
Website: Winchester.com

Focus: The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and overseeing daily production operations within the Ammunition Manufacturing department. This role ensures that processes are executed efficiently, safely, and in full compliance with customer specifications, military standards, and company policies.

Production Supervisor Essential Job Functions:

• Supervise daily production activities in the Ammunition Manufacturing department; Plan, schedule, and coordinate workforce and materials to meet production targets.
• Ensure all packaging, labeling, preservation, and documentation meets specifications and customer requirements.
• Monitor production outputs, efficiency, and quality performance metrics; Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to resolve production and compliance issues.
• Enforce safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Investigate production delays, equipment issues, and non-conformances; Implement corrective actions as required; Coach, train, and support production employees to ensure high performance and adherence to production standards.
• Maintain accurate production records and reports, including timekeeping; Support audits, inspections, and customer reviews as required.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce scrap.

Production Supervisor Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent; Associates or Bachelor's degree* in business, engineering or similar field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience; manufacturing operations strongly preferred.
• Experience working with manufacturing standards and specifications preferred.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, scheduling, and process controls.
• Ability to interpret technical documents and production specifications.
• SAP and KRONOS experience preferred.
• Ability and willingness to work any shift, including overtime, to support 24/5 operations.

Location-Specific Requirements:

• This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
• This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required.

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Rooted in our corporate values, Olin continues to be the global leader in both ammunition and chemical manufacturing. We invest, recognize, and reward the talents and contributions of our employees, empowering over 8,000 global individuals to make an impact both at work and in surrounding communities.

Olin fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, where you are encouraged to join or lead our Olin People Networks. These voluntary groups connect employees across sites, divisions and functions to strengthen connections, belonging, and community involvement.

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*Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.

Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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