Production Supervisor (Walk Ins)

Leer Inc.; New Lisbon (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP – Employee ownership

Generous PTO and holidays

Health insurance (subsidized)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Life insurance

401(k)

Shoe stipend

Leer Gear

Cares Program – fitness discounts

Community involvement hours

Job summary

Leer Inc. is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing employees in alignment with policies and procedures. The role focuses on safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced production environment.

You will collaborate with plant leadership, coordinate with engineering, and drive OSHA/compliance standards while mentoring teams and optimizing processes for timely deliveries.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field preferred (commensurate experience considered)
• Experience with manufacturing systems; Epicor experience a plus
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, customer specifications, technical procedures, and regulations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate and guide teams
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to interpret technical instructions

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage manufacturing employees in accordance with company policies and directives
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training; assign tasks and monitor performance
• Communicate job expectations and provide coaching, counseling, and performance appraisals
• Review production orders and schedules to plan department operations
• Monitor production timelines to ensure accurate and timely delivery of customer products
• Evaluate and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and quality
• Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements (OSHA, environmental, etc.)
• Facilitate training for new and existing employees on safety, quality, and productivity standards
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering to recommend capital improvements for safety and efficiency
• Enforce safety protocols, work rules, and housekeeping standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team motivation

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing or related field

Tools

Epicor

Blueprint reading

Job description

Our Production Supervisor will work closely with Plant Leadership and be responsible for leading and managing manufacturing employees in alignment with company directives, policies, and procedures. This role ensures production goals are met with a focus on safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage manufacturing employees in accordance with company policies and directives

• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training; assign tasks and monitor performance

• Communicate job expectations and provide coaching, counseling, and performance appraisals

• Review production orders and schedules to plan department operations

• Monitor production timelines to ensure accurate and timely delivery of customer products

• Evaluate and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and quality

• Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements (OSHA, environmental, etc.)

• Facilitate training for new and existing employees on safety, quality, and productivity standards

• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering to recommend capital improvements for safety and efficiency

• Enforce safety protocols, work rules, and housekeeping standards

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field preferred (commensurate experience considered)

• Experience with manufacturing systems; Epicor experience a plus

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, customer specifications, technical procedures, and regulations

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

• Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate and guide teams

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to interpret technical instructions

So, what do you get out of working at Leer, Inc. beyond a friendly work environment and the best teammates around? A competitive compensation package that other manufacturers can’t beat. Take a look.

ESOP Distributions

• An ESOP is an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Like mentioned above, Leer Inc. is 100% employee owned. That means you will be an employee-owner and own a piece of the company. Trust us when we say, if you include your yearly ESOP payments, we offer a compensation package that’s difficult to beat. Don’t believe us? Stop in and we’ll show you.

• Generous Paid Time Off (Starts at 3-Weeks in 1st Full Year)

• 11 Paid Holidays

• Health Insurance (Subsidized by Leer)

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Short-Term Disability Insurance (Paid by Leer)

• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Paid by Leer)

• Life Insurance (Paid by Leer)

• 401(K)

• Shoe stipend for steel toes

• Leer Gear

• Cares Program - up to 50% off fitness equipment or gym membership

• Community involvement hours

About Leer Inc.

Be part of making iconic products that make all the difference in hospitals, restaurants, and more. We’re proud to be an essential business and support other industries who keep us healthy and fed.

Leer, Inc. is a growing company that is all about our team members. Really. We’re 100% employee-owned.

What does employee-owned mean?

As an employee-owner at Leer Inc., you’ll have a direct stake in our success. Through our employee ownership program, you’re not just part of the team, you’re an owner helping to shape our future. We value initiative, collaboration, and a long-term mindset, and we reward your contributions with shared growth and equity.

Next Steps

Okay, we think you can take it from here. We look forward to meeting you!

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and managing manufacturing employees in alignment with company directives, policies, and procedures, in tandem with Plant Leadership. This role ensures production goals are met with a focus on safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

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