Production Supervisor – Various Shifts
| Company | Apogee Enterprises |
|---|---|
| Location | Abbotsford, WI, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Associate’s |
| Experience Level | Mid Level |
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to drive process improvements
- Knowledge of safety protocols, quality standards, and manufacturing best practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage employees at all levels
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and manufacturing software/systems
Responsibilities
- Supervise, coach, and develop production team members to achieve performance expectations
- Foster an inclusive and engaged workplace culture that aligns with company values
- Conduct regular team meetings to communicate production goals, safety updates, and process improvements
- Partner with HR on employee relations, training, performance management, and career development initiatives
- Ensure a safe work environment by enforcing company policies, procedures, and OSHA regulations
- Conduct regular safety talks, audits, and incident investigations as needed
- Promote a proactive approach to workplace safety, including hazard identification and risk mitigation
- Oversee daily production operations to ensure output meets quality, delivery, and efficiency targets
- Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) such as production rates, scrap, and downtime
- Partner with Quality and Engineering teams to resolve production issues and drive continuous improvement
- Ensure compliance with work instructions, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and regulatory requirements
- Utilize Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to drive process efficiencies and waste reduction
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and quality
- Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to troubleshoot equipment issues and minimize downtime
- Manage daily workforce scheduling to ensure appropriate staffing levels and cross-training
- Support hiring and onboarding of new production employees
- Monitor and approve timekeeping records and attendance in alignment with company policies
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field is preferred
- Equivalent work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree, particularly with demonstrated success in manufacturing leadership roles
- Prior experience serving as a Lead, mentor, or in a team leadership capacity is strongly valued and will be taken into account as part of the overall qualifications for the role
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and data-driven decision-making
- Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS) warehouse operations, machine operations, and packaging processes
- Experience with inventory control and implementing efficiency improvements
- Familiarity of material flow optimization and packaging materials and techniques