Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

As a member of the Regal Holdings family, the West Bend Company brings over 100 years of experience to its clients providing high quality cookware products that meet and exceed expectations. We are experts in drawing and finishing high performance stainless steel. We believe the kitchen (and the family table) make up the hub of the home, where everyone belongs.

We are all working together to:

• Be first in mind, first in choice for US manufactured cookware

• Positively impact the lives of over 1,000,000+ people each year with our innovative and entrepreneurial mindset

• Create an environment where all employees can do their best work

You will love it here if you believe in the following:

• Everybody matters

• Do the right thing

• We are in this together

• Passion for our customers

• Service Built

• Involved Solutions Provider

If this sounds like the company for you, your seat at our West Bend Company family table awaits.

Your seat at the table: Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

In this seat you’ll oversee all manufacturing activities within the assigned department(s). You'll be responsible for maintaining quality and attaining production schedules. You will also ensure operations of the department are within established lean principles and budget. 

You will love this seat if you get, want, and have the capacity to:

Lead, Manage & Drive Accountability (LMA)

• Provide clear direction, communication, and performance expectations.
• Actively participate in the recruiting, onboarding, development, coaching, and progressive discipline of employees.
• Partner with HR on employee relations matters, including attendance, and performance decisions.
• Understand and abide by the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Make Product & Pack

• Coordinate daily production to meet established schedules and targets.
• Assign personnel, monitor work progress, and ensure resources are used efficiently to achieve production goals.
• Maintain workflow by monitoring process steps, methods, and personnel performance.
• Ensure equipment is operating effectively and coordinate repairs when needed.

Safety

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by enforcing compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Verify and hold employees accountable for proper PPE use and safe work practices.
• Educate employees on safety standards and actively participate in safety initiatives and corrective actions.

Quality

• Enforce quality standards and specifications for all products produced within the department.
• Collaborate with the Quality Department to resolve issues and implement improvement measures.
• Utilize visual management and other quality tools to communicate and reinforce quality performance expectations.

Training

• Ensure employees receive proper training on safety, quality, and operational procedures.
• Support cross-training efforts to build flexibility within the team.
• Utilize daily communication tools and visual management boards to reinforce priorities and drive performance.

Daily Staffing

• Monitor and manage daily staffing levels to align with production needs.
• Adjust workforce assignments to ensure adequate coverage across shifts and departments.
• Communicate and collaborate with other departments to balance resources and meet customer demand.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive continuous improvement in safety, production flow, and machine utilization to reduce total costs.
• Initiate, coordinate, and enforce systems, policies, and procedures that enhance operational efficiency.
• Participate in cross-functional problem-solving and improvement teams to identify and implement process enhancements.

This seat reports to: Production Manager

Our company believes leaders are critical to the success of each individual. Because of this, you will have a leader who:

• Works with a sense of urgency and aligned purpose
• Has a passion for our customers and a focus on end consumers
• Is a servant leader who is collaborative and approachable
• Has strong ethics and integrity
• Is courageous and inspirational

There are so many benefits to being a part of the West Bend Company & Regal Holdings Team! Our benefits package is built with you and your family in mind – and that starts with the things that are most important to you – your health, your lifestyle, and your future. Learn more at  Cookware Manufacturing Careers in West Bend, WI | West Bend Company 

*West Bend Company is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

 We need this seat to have:

• High School graduate.

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Must have at least 3-5 years supervisory experience

• Experience in a union environment desired

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Strong leadership skills.

• Good time management skills.

• Lean Manufacturing experience preferred.

• PC Literate.