Production Shift Supervisor - Melting Department

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!

Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift (Melt Department)

Charter Casting | Shawano, WI

At Charter Casting, we produce high-quality cast products that power industries across North America. We're looking for a motivated and people-focused Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing operations, develop employees, and help drive a culture of safety, trust, teamwork and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

• Leadership & Employee Development

• Lead and develop production employees through coaching, mentoring, training, and performance management.

• Foster a culture built on safety, accountability, teamwork, and respect.

• Conduct performance evaluations and support employee growth initiatives.

• Communicate expectations clearly and provide timely feedback and recognition.

• Promote employee engagement and support a positive work environment.

• Operations & Production

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure production goals are met.

• Drive productivity, quality, and waste reduction initiatives.

• Coordinate with maintenance, quality, engineering, and other departments to support operational success.

• Monitor workflow, staffing, and resource allocation to maximize efficiency.

• Address production challenges and implement effective solutions.

• Continuous Improvement & Safety

• Support and participate in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.

• Promote safe work practices and ensure compliance with all company safety policies and procedures.

• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.

• Support Environmental, Quality, and Safety Management System requirements.

• What We're Looking For

• Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.

• 5+ years of manufacturing, industrial, foundry, metal processing, or related production experience.

• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.

• Strong ability to prioritize, delegate, and follow up on multiple responsibilities.

• Proven coaching, employee development, and team-building skills.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Ability to collaborate across departments and shifts.

• Self-motivated with a strong sense of accountability and urgency.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Business, Manufacturing, Metallurgy, Engineering Technology, or a related field.

• 3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience working within Lean Manufacturing environments.

• Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or related certification.

• Strong analytical and reporting skills.

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.

• Successful Candidates Will Be Able To

• Build trust and credibility with employees at all levels.

• Lead through change while maintaining employee engagement.

• Balance production demands with safety and quality expectations.

• Manage staffing, training, and operational priorities simultaneously.

• Drive accountability while creating a positive and productive work culture.

• Work effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve plant goals.

• Why Charter Casting?

• At Charter Casting, our employees are the foundation of our success. We are committed to developing our people, investing in our operations, and creating an environment where employees can build long-term careers.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation

• Comprehensive benefits package

• 401(k) with company contribution up to 7%

• Career growth and advancement opportunities

• Training and leadership development programs

• A strong culture focused on safety, trust, teamwork, and continuous improvement

• Join Our Team

• If you're a manufacturing leader who enjoys developing people, improving processes, and driving operational excellence, we invite you to apply and help shape the future of Charter Casting.

• Apply today to become our next Production Supervisor in Shawano, Wisconsin.

• CharterCasting

• We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).