Press Production Supervisor

#Hiring: Press Production Supervisor – 1st Shift

Location: Ripon, WI

Salary: based on experience

Schedule: Full-time On-site 1st Shift

About the Role

Central Texas Recruiting is seeking an experienced Press Production Supervisor for a client in Ripon, WI to lead a high-performing production team within a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment. This role upholds a safety-first culture, emphasizes continuous improvement, and models servant leadership to support, motivate, and elevate team performance.

Key Responsibilities

Safety First Mindset

Champion a safety-first culture and enforce all safety policies

Conduct safety audits and lead root-cause investigations

Correct unsafe behaviors or conditions promptly

Ensure team members receive required training and use proper PPE

Servant Leadership

Model servant leadership through coaching, empowerment, and support

Provide resources and remove obstacles for operators and technicians

Promote a respectful and inclusive environment where input is valued

People Development

Train, mentor, and assess team member abilities, including cross-training

Oversee attendance, conduct, and consistent enforcement of company policies

Serve as first point of contact for employee relations issues

Interface with union stewards regarding contract and disciplinary matters

Production Oversight (Fast-Paced, High-Volume Stamping)

Oversee all stamping press operations to meet production and quality targets

Assign tasks to maximize manpower and machine utilization

Adapt quickly to shifting priorities and respond to production challenges

Troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime and maintain workflow

Continuous Improvement

Lead and participate in CI initiatives (5S, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing)

Analyze downtime, scrap, bottlenecks, and implement countermeasures

Collaborate with quality, engineering, and maintenance on process enhancements

Encourage team-driven efficiency and throughput improvements

Reporting & Communication

Maintain accurate production, quality, and safety documentation

Report KPIs to leadership in a timely manner

Communicate cross-functionally to resolve tooling, maintenance, or quality issues

Qualifications & Requirements

U.S. Work Eligibility Required

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Manufacturing Engineering, or Operations (preferred)

1–3 years of high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing experience

Prior supervisory experience, preferably in high-volume stamping operations

History of strong servant leadership

Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement

Skills & Competencies

Strong communication and leadership abilities

Ability to troubleshoot issues and support continuous improvement

Experience working cross-functionally in production environments

Physical Requirements

Ability to stoop, bend, stand for long periods

Manual dexterity and ability to lift up to 50 lbs without assistance