Production Supervisor- 3rd Shift

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better.  Join the team and become part of our family!

Charter Wire is a leading Tier 1 supplier and manufacturer of Engineered Shaped Wire, Cold Finished Bar, and Cold-Headed and Stamped Components to industries including Automotive, Agriculture, Construction, Consumer, Industrial, and Oil & Gas. Charter Wire is part of the Charter Manufacturing family of companies, a fourth-generation, family-owned business rooted in stability and growth.

Why Work Here

SCHEDULE : Dependable 8-hour third shift, Monday–Friday (10 : 00 PM – 6 : 00 AM), with occasional overtime.

BENEFITS : Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and paid time off.

GROWTH : Build your career with on-the-job training, process improvement opportunities, and internal advancement—we promote from within.

SAFETY : Work in a culture committed to safety and continuous improvement.

STABILITY : Join an established Midwest company with four generations of family ownership.

Position Specifics

Location : Charter Wire – 7850 N. 81st Street, Milwaukee, WI 53222

Shift : 3rd Shift, 10 : 00 PM – 6 : 00 AM, Monday–Friday

What You’ll Do

This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll guide a dedicated production team, drive operational excellence, and ensure customer expectations are met with quality and efficiency.

Lead and support your team to meet production goals for quality, productivity, and waste reduction.

Promote safety, teamwork, open communication, and employee engagement.

Provide coaching, training, and performance reviews to support employee growth.

Drive Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.

Partner with other departments and shifts to ensure smooth operations.

Ensure compliance with company policies, Environmental, Quality, and Safety standards.

What You’ll Need

High School Diploma or GED.

5+ years of related industry experience, or equivalent education / experience.

Supervisory or leadership experience (or supervisor training).

Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Ability to prioritize, delegate, coach, and follow up effectively.

Team-oriented with experience collaborating cross-functionally.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Self-motivated, accountable, and organized with a sense of urgency.

Nice to Have’s

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Metallurgy, or related field.

3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.

Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement.

Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.

Advanced Microsoft Office skills.

Strong analytical and data reporting skills.

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).