Press Tech Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

Press Tech Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

Our client is seeking to add a Press Tech Production Supervisor to their team.

As a Press Tech Group Leader
, you will be essential in ensuring efficiency, productivity, and continuous improvement of our stamping operations.

Location:

Ripon, WI. Shift: 1st Shift, Monday‑Thursday 5:00 am‑3:00 pm. Flexibility for occasional Friday overtime.

• Technical Oversight
  • Optimize stamping production processes to meet company standards and customer requirements.
  • Apply tool and die knowledge to troubleshoot and implement solutions.
  • Collaborate with engineering and design teams to enhance existing dies.
• Leadership & Development
  • Foster a culture of servant leadership and mentor team members.
  • Lead by example, demonstrating professionalism and commitment to excellence.
  • Conduct team meetings and one‑on‑one sessions for feedback and growth.
• Process Optimization
  • Identify improvement opportunities and lead initiatives for efficiency.
  • Implement lean manufacturing and SMED to reduce die changeovers.
  • Monitor production metrics for data‑driven decisions.
• Preventative Maintenance
  • Develop and oversee a preventative maintenance program for stamping equipment and tooling.
  • Document and track maintenance activities to avoid downtime.
  • Collaborate with maintenance teams for training and adherence.
• SMED Implementation
  • Lead efforts to reduce die changeover times using SMED techniques.
  • Train shop‑floor personnel in SMED best practices.
  • Adjust approaches based on metrics and feedback.
• Operational Excellence
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and promote a safe environment.
  • Implement manufacturing best practices to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Collaboration & Communication
  • Coordinate with cross‑functional teams (safety, quality, tool room, maintenance).
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Facilitate problem‑solving and decision‑making.
  • Interface with technical staff and union stewards on contractual issues.
  • Serve as the first point of contact for employee relations.
• Project Management
  • Lead projects from conception to implementation, meeting timelines, budgets, and quality.
  • Develop project plans, allocate resources, and coordinate tasks across teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5 years in stamping or manufacturing with leadership and process optimization focus.
• Strong knowledge of tool and die principles.
• Proven experience implementing SMED and process optimization initiatives.
• Servant‑leadership skills with history of developing high‑performance teams.
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and decision‑making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Self‑driven, ambitious leadership capabilities including coaching and supervision.
• Availability and flexibility to support team members across shifts, including weekends.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Proactive problem‑solving and encouraging team creativity.

• Stooping, bending, standing for long periods, manual dexterity; ability to lift up to 50 lbs without assistance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in stamping or manufacturing with leadership and process optimization.
• Strong press background in metal stamping.
• Strong tool and die knowledge.
• SMED experience and proven process optimisation delivery.
• Servant‑leadership track record with high‑performance teams.

• 1–3 years in a medium/high‑volume fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Additional SMED experience.

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting