Top Load Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Cephas Consultancy Services Private Limited; Ripon (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Cephas Consultancy Services Private Limited in Ripon, WI is seeking a results‑driven Top Load Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift (3:00 pm–1:00 am, Mon–Thu). You will lead a high‑volume manufacturing team, uphold safety, coach members, and drive continuous improvement to meet production goals.

You will foster a safety‑first culture, collaborate with engineers and operators, and guide lean initiatives to reduce waste and optimize performance.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Strong safety focus and continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience coaching and training team members on procedures.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety initiatives to promote a safety culture and compliance.
• Educate, train, and motivate the production team on safety protocols.
• Foster continuous improvement and safety awareness across the team.
• Empower team members to contribute to lean improvements and efficiency.
• Model respectful interactions and treat all team members fairly.
• Coach and mentor in safety and productivity best practices.
• Develop lean operations by reducing waste and optimizing skills.
• Ensure proper training in safety, quality, equipment operation and 5S.
• Encourage feedback and collaboration on safety initiatives.
• Coordinate with technical staff for proper support.
• Set annual goals aligned to operating metrics.
• Work to reduce inventories and work in progress.
• Serve as the first point of contact for employee relations.
• Interface with union stewards on contract and discipline matters.

Skills

Servant leadership

Team leadership

Safety culture

Training and coaching

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Manufacturing Engineering or Operations

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Top Load Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Cephas Consultancy Services Private Limited, Ripon, Wisconsin, United States

About this position

Job Id: CLI-45333-6
Job Type: Direct hire

Overview

We are seeking a results‑driven Production Supervisor to lead and support our high‑performance production team in a fast‑paced, high‑volume manufacturing environment. This key leadership position upholds a safety‑first culture, emphasizes continuous improvement, and exemplifies servant leadership to foster an engaged, motivated workforce. As a Production Supervisor – 2nd shift, you will be the first line leader to support team members within your area/zone. You will be responsible for coordinating safe and efficient day‑to‑day activities in order to maintain scheduled production requirements and to ensure your team is safe and successful. This position will be based in Ripon, WI and will serve the 2nd shift, Monday through Thursday, 3:00 pm to 1:00 am. There may be occasional overtime required on Fridays from 1:00 pm–9:00 pm.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety initiatives to create a culture of safety awareness and compliance
• Educate, train, and motivate production team members on safety protocols and procedures
• Create an environment of continuous improvement and safety awareness for all team members
• Empower and expect every team member to contribute to continuous improvement
• Demonstrate a core value of respectful treatment of all team members in every discussion, interaction and decision
• Coach and mentor production team members in best practices for safety and productivity
• Desire to eliminate risks waste and to develop team member skill to improve lean operations
• Ensure that employees are properly trained by their team leader or other designated trainer in the areas of safety, quality, equipment operation and 5S
• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages team feedback and participation in safety initiatives
• Interface with technical staff to ensure proper support
• Establish annual goals and objectives that support the attainment of operating metrics
• Work to continuously improve processes and reduce inventories and work in progress
• Serve as the first point of contact for employees regarding employee relations issues
• Interface with union stewards in contract and discipline issues

Qualifications

• Proven history of ability to lead with a servant leadership mindset
• A minimum of one to three years of experience in a medium/high volume, fast‑paced manufacturing environment with a focus on safety practices is preferred
• Previous manufacturing supervision experience would be preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Manufacturing Engineering or Operations is preferred
• Previous professional, internship or co‑op experience will be taken into consideration as relevant experience

Skills and Abilities

• Must be self‑driven and ambitious with proven leadership capabilities, including providing coaching, mentoring and supervision within a team environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel)
• Strong problem‑solving skills, including encouraging others on your team to think proactively and create solutions
• Basic understanding of process control, production scheduling, Kaizen, Kanban and Lean manufacturing is preferred

Physical Requirements

Stooping, bending, standing for long periods of time, manual dexterity and able to lift up to 50 lbs without assistance