1st Shift Production Supervisor
The Palmer Group · Ripon, WI
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Production
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor production role at The Palmer Group (industrial) in Ripon, WI. , you will serve as the first-line leader, supporting team members within your designated area or zone.
- They ask for
- 3+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, 5S, Welding
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Production Supervisor roles in Wisconsin: typical posted base $77k–$114k.
Median of the low and high ends of 8 live postings that list pay, out of 27 production supervisor openings in Wisconsin, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 27 other live production postings in Wisconsin.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Typical (3+ years)
Typical $77k–$114k, from 8 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 100%
- ✓ Lean 32%
- SAP 25%
- Root cause 21%
- ✓ 5S 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Welding, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Full description from The Palmer GroupAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
What You Will Do
- ◆Model consistent respectful treatment of team members in all interactions, discussions, and decisions
- ◆Cultivate an empowering environment that drives continuous improvement focused on safety, efficiency, delivery, and quality
- ◆Strengthen lean operations by driving ongoing improvement initiatives to build team member skills and reduce waste
- ◆Mentor the team leaders, guaranteeing proper training within 12 months
- ◆Ensure team members receive proper training in safety, equipment operation, quality and 5S from their leader or designated trainer
- ◆Ensure team members are accurately documented on the training matrix
- ◆Develop annual goals and objectives to achieve operating metrics
- ◆Be the first point of contact for employees on employee relations matters
- ◆Communicate with union stewards regarding discipline and contract issues
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Known for their commitment to energy efficiency and operational reliability, our client's organization continuously invests in research and development to deliver cutting-edge technologies that reduce environmental impact while maximizing performance and productivity. They are currently seeking a dedicated and results-driven 1st Shift Production Supervisor to join their team. In this role, you will serve as the first-line leader, supporting team members within your designated area or zone. You'll coordinate daily operations to meet production goals while fostering a positive and productive work environment that ensures team success. Apply today!
Work Model
- •On-Site
- •Monday – Thursday
- •5:00 AM – 3:00 PM
to Be Successful
- •1-3+ years of supervisory experience in a fast-paced, medium-to-high volume manufacturing setting (preferred)
- •Bachelor's degree in operations, manufacturing engineering, or business (preferred)
- •Demonstrated leadership ability
- •Professional, co-op, or internship experience will be considered
- •Experience working in Welding and/or Fabrication (preferred)