Production Supervisor - First Shift

Plexus Corp.


Date: 1 week ago
City: Appleton, WI
Contract type: Full time
About us: At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision.

When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world.

With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.

Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success.

As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth.

Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com. Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. The annual compensation range for this position is stated below. The salary offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Salary Range:

$68,500.00 - $102,700.00

Purpose Statement: The Production Supervisor is responsible for directing the activities of the Production Leads with an emphasis on product quality, on time delivery, and factory production efficiency. Additionally, the Production Supervisor is responsible to support the key business metrics, team member engagement and workplace safety.

Key Job Accountabilities

  • Direct Production Lead activities emphasizing product quality, on-time delivery, and factory production efficiency while supporting key business metrics, general housekeeping, and workplace safety.
  • Establish effective communication among all shift team members and functional teams to address production-related concerns, set manufacturing goals, and ensure adherence to quality standards.
  • Identify and address resource needs, ensure production schedules are met, and supervise the Production Leads and operators to meet daily production needs while providing coaching to subordinates and developing team skills
  • Communicate and assist in resolving part shortages, monitor and prioritize material orders, and collaborate with Planners and Manager to manage all processes and shifts.
  • Conduct people leader activities such as approving time off/leave, conducting performance appraisals, coaching, disciplinary action, and maintaining company policies and procedures. Provide mentoring, leadership, and direction for the team to increase employee engagement and retention of talent
  • Responsible to exemplify and hold their team accountable to demonstrating the Plexus Core Values. Leader will focus on evaluating potential, driving succession planning, and ensuring their employees receive the development and coaching required to realize their full potential.

Education/Experience Qualifications

  • A minimum of an Associate’s degree is required; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
  • Three (3) years of related experience is required; Three (3) or more years of related experience is preferred.
  • Supervisory experience of two (2) years is required.
  • Additionally, the employee must successfully complete all internal courses offered by the company necessary to do the job.

Other Qualifications

  • Employee must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  • Employee must possess good written and oral communication, organizational and problem solving skills.
  • Employee must work safely at all times and maintain the confidentiality of all customer and company information.
  • Must have computer experience with Google Workspace or Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and the ability to learn Plexus Data Collection and MRP/ERP systems.

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.

We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at [email protected]. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.

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