Production Manager- 2nd Shift in Hartland, Wisconsin at SST Direct

📍 Direct Hire Opportunity with Superior Skilled Trades

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations in a fast-paced metal fabrication environment. This leadership role is responsible for driving production efficiency, ensuring quality standards, maintaining a safe workplace, and leading multiple production departments to meet customer schedules and company goals.

• Manage daily production operations and supervise multiple manufacturing departments.
• Lead, coach, and develop production teams while promoting a strong culture of safety, quality, and accountability.
• Execute production schedules to meet customer deadlines and maximize efficiency.
• Monitor labor, productivity, workflow, and operational costs.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, and Production teams to improve processes and reduce costs.
• Oversee employee training, performance management, scheduling, and workforce planning.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and safety regulations.

• 8+ years of manufacturing leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong background in metal fabrication, machining, or industrial manufacturing preferred.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement.
• Proven leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Ability to read and interpret production drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and manufacturing/ERP software.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

If you're a hands-on manufacturing leader with a passion for driving operational excellence, developing high-performing teams, and delivering quality products on schedule, we'd love to hear from you.

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