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Production Supervisor (1st Shift)

Apogee Architectural Metals
Wausau, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 12/10/2025 CLOSED ON 1/31/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor (1st Shift) position at Apogee Architectural Metals?

Apogee Architectural Metals

Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: APOG), founded in 1949 and headquartered in Minneapolis, MN designs and delivers architectural products and services that enclose and enhance commercial buildings. www.apog.com

Apogee Architectural Metals is a segment of Apogee specializing in aluminum framing, windows, storefront, curtainwall, and entrance systems. We provide integrated capabilities, including design, engineering, extrusion, finishing, fabrication and assembly, across North America. Through our brands including Alumicor, EFCO, Linetec, Tubelite, and Wausau, we deliver quality, consistency, and value-added services throughout our portfolio.

Position Summary

The Production Supervisor I oversees the day-to-day activities of a small production team, ensuring operations run smoothly and efficiently. This role is responsible for monitoring employee performance, ensuring safety and quality standards are met, and addressing minor operational issues. Working under the guidance of more senior managers, the Production Supervisor I executes production plans and ensures team compliance with company policies. This is an entry-level supervisory role aimed at those with basic manufacturing experience and a focus on supporting team success.

Key Responsibilities

  • Works under close supervision of higher management, typically a Production Supervisor II or Production Manager.
  • Executes decisions made by more senior leaders.
  • Supervise frontline production staff and daily operations.
  • Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and productivity standards.
  • Monitor production schedules and adjust resources as needed.

Qualifications

  • Education
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Associate degree or technical certification is preferred.
  • Experience
  • 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Basic leadership or Team Lead experience.
  • Familiarity with production equipment and processes.

Competency #1 - Technical Knowledge

Strong

Competency #2 - Quality of Work

Strong

Competency #3 - Communication

Satisfactory

Competency #4 - Critical Thinking

Satisfactory

Competency #5 - Safety

Strong

Competency #6 - Dependability

Strong

Competency #7 - Teamwork

Strong

Competency #8 - Adaptability & Flexibility

Satisfactory

Our Benefits

We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.

  • Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
  • Incentive Plans
  • 401(k) with employer contribution and match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness Program
  • Training and Career Progression

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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