Press Tech Production Supervisor

#Hiring: Press Tech Production Supervisor – 1st Shift ️

Location: Ripon, WI

Salary: based on experience

Schedule: Full-time On-site 1st Shift, Mon–Thu 5:00AM–3:00PM (flexible for Fridays & other shifts as needed)

About the Role

Central Texas Recruiting is seeking an experienced Press Tech Production Supervisor for a client in Ripon, WI to oversee stamping operations, lead teams, and drive process optimization on the production floor. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with strong leadership, a continuous improvement mindset, and the ability to flex across multiple shifts when needed.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Oversight

Optimize stamping production processes to meet standards and customer requirements

Apply tool & die fundamentals to troubleshoot and resolve issues

Partner with engineering and design teams to enhance die performance

Leadership & Development

Foster a servant leadership culture by mentoring and empowering team members

Lead by example with professionalism and commitment to excellence

Conduct team meetings and 1:1s to support growth and alignment

Process Optimization

Identify and lead efficiency improvements across production

Implement lean manufacturing with emphasis on SMED

Track production metrics to inform decisions and drive improvements

Preventative Maintenance

Develop and manage preventative maintenance programs for presses and tooling

Document and monitor all maintenance activities

Collaborate with maintenance teams to support training and schedule compliance

SMED Implementation

Lead SMED initiatives to reduce die changeover times

Train floor personnel on SMED best practices

Continuously refine methods using feedback and KPIs

Operational Excellence

Ensure safety compliance and promote a safe work environment

Implement manufacturing best practices to reduce waste and maintain efficiency

Collaboration & Communication

Coordinate with safety, quality, tool room, and maintenance teams

Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels

Support problem-solving and cross-functional decision making

Serve as first point of contact for employee relations matters

Interface with union stewards on contract and disciplinary issues

Project Management

Lead projects from planning through implementation

Develop plans, allocate resources, and ensure timeline and quality adherence

Qualifications & Requirements

U.S. Work Eligibility Required

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering or related field (experience may substitute)

5+ years in stamping or manufacturing with leadership & process improvement focus

Strong metal stamping and press background

Tool & die knowledge and hands-on troubleshooting ability

Proven SMED implementation experience

Servant leadership experience with high-performance teams

Technical Skills & Competencies

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment

Physical Requirements

Ability to stoop, bend, stand for long periods, and lift up to 50 lbs

Flexibility to support multiple shifts when needed

Nice to Have

1–3 years in medium/high-volume manufacturing

Additional SMED expertise

Experience in lean, continuous improvement, or advanced tooling