Production Supervisor (2nd Shift)
AprilAire · Poynette, WI
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Production
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor production role at AprilAire (industrial) in Poynette, WI. Lead 5S projects and maintain plant safety and cleanliness standards.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- 5S, Kanban, SPC, MES
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Production Supervisor roles in Wisconsin: typical posted base $70k–$95k.
Median of the low and high ends of 13 live postings that list pay, out of 43 production supervisor openings in Wisconsin, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 40 other live production postings in Wisconsin.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $70k–$95k, from 13 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 2+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 93%
- EHS / safety 24%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Kanban, SPC, MES, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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How to get in at this plant
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Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
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Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Engineering, Supervisory Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- ✓One to three years of management/supervision experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
- ✓Experience in union environment is a bonus
- ✓Knowledge of and experience with integrated manufacturing systems
- ✓Strong computer and software skills
- ✓Solid interpersonal skills
- ✓Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- ✓Ability to effectively present information and engage in problem solving with large groups and respond to questions from managers, customers, vendors, or other employees within the organization
- ✓Exceptional problem-solving ability
- ✓Strong sense of urgency
- ✓Accountability for self and team
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Keyan Stremikis #LI-KS1
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Overview
We are currently looking for an expereinced Production Supervisor (2nd shift) to join the team in our Poynette Manufacturing facility. Our ideal candidate is someone who leads with people first — someone who knows how to support a team, build trust, and keep operations running smoothly, but also isn’t afraid to jump in and get their hands dirty. This role is for a leader who thrives on the floor, communicates clearly, solves problems in real time, and brings a steady, team‑focused presence to their shift.
This role requires 100% onsite commitment (Poynette) and the abilty to work 2nd shift (3-11, M-F).
Leadership and Operations
- •Lead daily production operations across shifts while ensuring safety, quality, and productivity targets are met
- •Collaborate with other departments and shifts to support production flow and resolve constraints
- •Open and shut down buildings at shift start/end and supervise weekend operations as needed
- •Maintain awareness of all processes, equipment, and staffing changes
- •Create, manage, and maintain production schedules and staffing reports
- •Allocate production and labor based on part constraints, breakdowns, and outages
Safety, Compliance and 5S
- •Lead 5S projects and maintain plant safety and cleanliness standards
- •Provide Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and enforce all safety protocols
- •Conduct daily safety audits, Gemba walks, and safety form submissions
- •Perform accident investigations, safety observations, and incident documentation
- •Reasonable suspicion checks and escalating protocol as needed
- •Troubleshoot issues and communication prior to maintenance escalation
- •Submit maintenance work orders (non-urgent issues)
Employee Management and HR Functions
- •Track and report employee attendance and labor movement; discipline as needed
- •Review, edit, and approved punches and timecards; verify weekend punches before Monday
- •Approve, edit, or deny time off requests and maintain vacation calendars
- •Conduct interviews and participate in hiring decisions as needed
- •Collaborate with HR and/or management regarding employee discipline, PIPs, conflict resolution, terminations, and other employment-related issues
- •Assist employees with forms and requests
- •Engage with employees, address concerns, and gather feedback
Training and Development
- •Develop training plans for new employees and maintain training records and logs
- •Mentor and train Team Leads, backup leads, and other employees
- •Support new hire onboarding, internships, plant tours, and floor orientations
- •Plan and coordinate specialty role training (Helix, Water Panels, Frame Lead, Brazer)
- •Participate in leadership development and continuing education
Production Performance and Reporting
- •Track attainment numbers and explain performance variances
- •Monitor training times, downtime, setup time, SPC checks, and MES system data
- •Verify production numbers and investigate/address performance misses
- •Complete daily Kanban, LMT, and 5S roadmap activities
- •Prepare pass-down files and attainment reports
- •Complete projects as assigned
Quality, Inventory, and Materials
- •Complete Quality forms and transactions; support Quality department and processes as needed
- •Manage RGAs, rework, forklift damage reports, and part shortages
- •Print and update unit labels and troubleshoot label needs
- •Communicate part outages and update communication boards/tabs
- •Assist receiving and shipping operations when warehouse supervisor is unavailable
Systems, IT, and Equipment Support
- •Troubleshoot mechanical and equipment issues prior to maintenance involvement
- •Troubleshoot IT, vision, tester, and scan-to-pack systems prior to support department involvement
- •Modify production related systems parameters as needed or authorized
- •Stay informed on outages, system changes, and department updates
Communication and Administration
- •Attend and lead meetings (daily meetings, Webex, Town Halls, in-person)
- •Respond promptly to emails, messages, and meeting invites
- •Communicate via email, text, phone, and Webex before, during, and after work hours
- •Answer, transfer, and direct phone calls professionally
- •Communicate with vendors and other locations (e.g. Westport) regarding returns or labeling issues
- •Coordinate deviations with Engineering and pull drawings/documents as required