Supervisor - Production

Stoughton Trailers, LLC; Brodhead (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Stoughton Trailers, LLC in Brodhead, Wisconsin is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to manage the production process and ensure effective coordination between departments. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in business management or relevant experience, along with supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include employee coaching, productivity management, and continuous improvement of production methods. The ideal candidate will bring experience in health and safety management and the use of manufacturing software.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• 1-3+ years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with a health and safety management system.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare/plan for future needs.
• Machining/assembly background.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the production process.
• Ensure proper coordination between departments.
• Recommend improvements in production methods.
• Provide employee coaching and development.
• Track absenteeism and manage timesheets.

Skills

Manufacturing supervision

Employee coaching

Health and safety management

ERP/MRP software

Training and development

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in business management

5-10 years’ experience in manufacturing supervision

Tools

Timekeeping software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the production process, in a manufacturing area, to ensure proper coordination between all company departments and the manufacturing line.
• Understand the organization’s support functions (i.e., engineering, sales, accounting, supply chain, human resources, and manufacturing functions) to effectively communicate, plan, and resolve issues with the production team.
• Recommend improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions.
• Ensure that contributions from each department are properly incorporated into our products to provide a high‑quality, safe product to our customers.
• Manage employees to develop effective employee relations, adhere to health and safety management systems, consistently meet productivity levels, minimize turnover, maintain proper inventory levels, and communicate the importance of consistent high‑quality standards.
• Provide employee coaching and development.
• Partner with Human Resources to timely resolve employee issues, issue discipline, and make employment decisions as necessary.
• Continuously improve in all areas and utilize the Good to Go process to monitor daily activities in each department.
• Perform accident investigations and make recommendations to EHS about potential solutions to prevent future incidents.
• Track absenteeism, approve vacation, and manage timesheets on a weekly basis for all direct reports.
• Comply with and manage company and department policies and procedures.

Above is a list of the most important responsibilities and functions, which are essential to the position. Employees must be able to perform these essential functions satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Accommodations will be evaluated and provided to eligible employees on a case‑by‑case basis, depending on the employee's medical restrictions, work availability, the nature of the position, the position's essential functions and other relevant factors.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in business management or 5‑10 years’ experience in a manufacturing supervision role.
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
• 3+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• 1‑3+ years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with a health and safety management system.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare/plan for what is coming (30 days, 60 days, etc).
• Experience using ERP/MRP and timekeeping software in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in training and development.
• Machining/assembly background.