Production Supervisor
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Appleton, WI | 12-hour swing shift (6 AM-6 PM & 6 PM-6 AM, rotating schedule)

This role is all about leading and coaching - ensuring that production runs smoothly while fostering a safe, high-performing work environment. You'll work closely with our Design Team Manager (DTM) to drive success and support your team in achieving their goals.

What You'll Do:

• Lead & Inspire - Guide your shift to hit key targets in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.
• Coach & Develop - Mentor team members to improve production performance.
• Ensure Safety First - Promote a zero-injury workplace by enforcing safety standards.
• Problem-Solve & Improve - Identify and resolve production issues through root-cause analysis.
• Standardize & Optimize - Assist in developing work procedures, conducting audits, and refining processes.
• Drive Performance - Monitor team progress against scorecard goals and provide feedback.
• Lead with Confidence - Handle team concerns, resolve conflicts, and address performance matters.

What You Bring:

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree (preferred) in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Operations Management OR equivalent work experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Leadership Skills: 1-3 years of team leadership in manufacturing with knowledge of Lean principles.
• Problem-Solving Mindset: Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and implement solutions efficiently.
• Communication & People Skills: Strong ability to motivate, mentor, and work cross-functionally.
• Adaptability & Initiative: Thrives in fast-changing environments, willing to work all shifts as needed.
• Commitment to Excellence: A continuous improvement mindset that drives innovation and efficiency.

Why Join Us?

• Work-Life Balance: With our 12-hour swing shift, you'll work half the year and be home half the year.
• Growth & Development: Be part of a team that values learning and leadership development.
• Impact: Play a critical role in shaping a safe, efficient, and engaged workforce.

ABOUT US:

Appvion is the market leader in manufacturing specialty and high-performance coatings for direct thermal and film applications in North America. We innovate sustainable specialty coating solutions that are a part of many tickets, labels, tags, and packages consumers touch daily.

As a premier employer of choice, distinguished by the Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce Employee Friendly Workplace certification, our success is rooted in our people. We are committed to promoting work life balance and integration by investing significantly in employee-friendly policies and practices. Whether you are looking to start, make a change, or advance your career, find your path at Appvion, and leave your mark on the world.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:

We prioritize the health and happiness of our employees by granting new hires eligibility for benefits starting on the 1st of the month following their hire date. Our comprehensive benefits package includes full, low-cost coverage for health, vision, and dental insurance. Additionally, we provide an array of other perks, including:

• Complimentary access to our 24/7, onsite fitness center.
• 100% 401(k) match up to the first 5% contributed, with full vesting day 1.
• Generous annual time off package, which includes paid time off, sick and emergency time, and paid volunteer and parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250 annually), scholarships for dependents, monthly cell phone reimbursement, and much more!

A post-offer, pre-employment background check, and drug screen is required.

Appvion provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact human resources at recruiter@.