Production Supervisor - John Deere Contract Role - 1322726

Are you an impactful leader with experience managing union teams and a drive to hit safety and productivity targets in a dynamic factory environment? As Cerebral Staffing, we are looking for a dedicated Production Supervisor to join our team supporting our client, John Deere, in Horicon, WI. If you are a proactive professional with a talent for decision-making, accountability, and fostering an inclusive team culture, we want to hear from you.

Production Supervisor – 1st Shift – John Deere Horicon Works This is a vital, long-term 2 year contract opportunity paying up to $45/hr, including 2 Weeks of PTO. In this role, you will be responsible for supervising 1st shift assembly operations, managing first-line production employees to ensure that the safety, quality, and productivity goals of the Horicon Works facility are achieved.

Position Details & Compensation

• Pay Rate: Up to $45/hr (W2).
• Location: 100% Onsite at Horicon Works (Horicon, WI).
• Duration: 2 Years.
• Shift: 1st Shift (5:00 AM – 1:30 PM).
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, with overtime likely (2 hours before or after shift). Weekend work on Saturdays (and occasionally Sundays) is expected.
• Benefits: 2 Weeks PTO, Health, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k, and Referral Bonuses.
• Safety Gear: Metatarsal safety shoes are required on Day 1.
• Visa Sponsorship: Not available now or in the future.

Core Responsibilities

• People Leadership: Foster an equitable environment through consistent communication and feedback; manage onboarding, training, and development for a team of union employees.
• Operations Management: Supervise assembly operations to sustain safety and productivity goals, making workforce adjustments to meet customer promise dates.
• Continuous Improvement: Direct departmental CI plans and activities while monitoring control plans to ensure products meet all quality requirements.
• Policy Administration: Administer employee policies, procedures, and work rules while acting to achieve individual, line, and budget performance targets.
• Safety & Housekeeping: Implement and sustain safety programs and maintain high standards of housekeeping on the production floor.
• Onsite Mobility: Drive a John Deere Gator (after safety training) to navigate the factory and manage production zones.

Required Skills & Experience

• Supervisory Experience: Proven experience supervising production employees, specifically within a Union environment.
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of manufacturing processes, Lean Manufacturing, Just-in-Time (JIT), and Kanban systems.
• Software Proficiency: Competent in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel for data management) and a working knowledge of SAP.
• Problem Solving: Strong decision-making skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Cross-Functional Background: Experience in areas such as manufacturing, engineering, warehousing, or supply management.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Manufacturing Technology, Engineering, or Supply Management is preferred.
• Associate’s degree or High School diploma with adequate years of relevant supervisory experience will be considered.

What Makes You Stand Out

• 2 years of team leadership and mentoring experience in a factory environment.
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement Pay Plans (CIPP).
• Bi-lingual skills (English and Spanish).
• Proven project management experience delivering results through resource coordination.

If you are a disciplined leader ready to take ownership of the 1st shift production operations at John Deere for $45/hr, we encourage you to apply immediately.

APPLY NOW to lead the production team at Horicon Works!

Pay: Up to $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person