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Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

The QTI Group · Beaver Dam, WI

Level
Supervisor
Team
Production
Base pay
$65k–$75k
Industry
Industrial
Posted
12 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A supervisor production role at The QTI Group (industrial) in Beaver Dam, WI. Coordinate daily core room operations to support production schedules and customer requirements.

Tools it names
Casting, EHS / safety
Base pay
$65k–$75k

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Production Supervisor roles in Wisconsin: typical posted base $70k–$95k. This one lists $65k–$75k.

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
About 18% below similar roles

Typical $73k–$97k, from 12 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 2+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Team leadership 93%
  • ✓ EHS / safety 24%

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Stands out: this posting asks for Casting, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

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Mfg/Prod Location: Beaver Dam, WI Pay : $65,000.00 Work type: Direct Hire - Full Time

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Job Description

Responsibilities

  • ◆Coordinate daily core room operations to support production schedules and customer requirements.
  • ◆Supervise core production activities including staffing, materials, equipment, and workflow management.
  • ◆Ensure adequate inventory levels of consumable raw materials are maintained.
  • ◆Monitor compliance with process instructions and shop card

requirements

for core production.

  • ✓Identify opportunities to reduce scrap and improve production quality.
  • ✓Ensure sample cores are produced and completed according to required timelines.
  • ✓Maintain OSHA compliance and promote a safe working environment throughout the department.
  • ✓Recommend staffing levels and schedule employees to meet production demands.
  • ✓Approve time off requests and maintain attendance records within company systems.
  • ✓Coach, train, and develop employees to improve performance and promote career growth.
  • ✓Partner with Human Resources and Operations to support onboarding and ongoing training initiatives.
  • ✓Address employee relations issues and administer corrective action when necessary.
  • ✓Coordinate maintenance requests and work with maintenance personnel to keep equipment operating effectively.
  • ✓Promote continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.

Qualifications

  • ✓High school diploma, HSED, or GED required.
  • ✓Previous supervisory experience in a manufacturing, foundry, or process-driven environment preferred.
  • ✓Leadership training or supervisory development experience preferred.
  • ✓Strong communication and team-building skills.
  • ✓Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.
  • ✓Basic math skills and strong attention to detail.
  • ✓Forklift experience or the ability to become forklift certified.
  • ✓Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
  • ✓Experience managing employee attendance, scheduling, and performance preferred.
  • ✓Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
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Summary

This direct hire Supervisor position is responsible for overseeing all core production activities, including materials, equipment, staffing, scheduling, quality, and delivery performance. The supervisor plays a critical leadership role in ensuring production goals are met while maintaining safety, quality, and operational efficiency within a foundry manufacturing environment. This position is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced production setting and enjoys developing teams while driving continuous improvement.

  • •Hours: Monday-Thursday 4:00am-2:30pm plus Fridays as needed
  • •Pay: $65,000-$75,000 annually, depending on experience

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