Shift Supervisor New Berlin
On-site · New Berlin, Wisconsin, United States
Job Summary
Shift Supervisor leading production teams on a 12-hour rotational schedule in New Berlin, WI; responsibilities include hands-on production duties (operate and troubleshoot blow/injection molding and downstream equipment), lead RedZone performance metrics and technician accountability, staffing and material staging for safety and efficiency, escalate maintenance needs, and drive continuous improvement. Supervisory duties cover staffing, labor planning, real-time coaching and performance management, onboarding and training with Food Safety and GMP compliance, and collaboration with Quality, Maintenance, and Human Development teams. Requires a Bachelor’s degree or 5 years of manufacturing management experience, experience with CI programs and ERP/MRP systems, proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams), strong communication and coaching abilities, and the physical ability to work on the manufacturing floor (up to 50 lbs, variable temperatures). The role emphasizes ownership of shift-level performance across Safety, Quality, OEE, Material Yield, and Member Engagement, and leadership on a 4/4 rotation with 12-hour shifts.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or 5 years of management experience in a manufacturing setting (plastics preferred)
- Experience leading CI programs and working with ERP/MRP systems
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams); Apple experience a plus
- Excellent communication—proactive, clear, and action-oriented
- Strong coaching mindset and ability to motivate technical teams
- Physical ability to stand, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in varying temperatures
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