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Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Generac · Eagle, WI

Posted Aug 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Walk me through how you'd handle your first night as supervisor on 3rd shift when you inherit a crew that's been running without strong leadership for a while.

whether the candidate has a plan for establishing credibility and structure rather than just reacting

Tell me about a time you had to hold someone accountable for missing a quality or safety standard, and how that conversation went.

comfort with direct feedback and progressive discipline versus avoiding conflict

Describe a time you had to get buy-in from a team that was resistant to a new process or lean improvement.

change management skill and whether they use influence rather than authority alone

Tell me about a time two employees on your team were in conflict and it started affecting the work. How did you step in?

conflict resolution approach and whether they de-escalate fairly instead of picking sides

Describe how you've onboarded a new hire in a manufacturing setting, from their first day to when they were running independently.

whether they have a repeatable training approach versus throwing people into the job

Tell me about a decision you made on the floor that you had to walk back or admit was wrong.

self-awareness and willingness to own mistakes rather than project confidence only

Technical

What's your experience pulling and interpreting production or performance data, and what system did you use to do it?

real familiarity with ERP systems like SAP versus just listing it on a resume

What does a lean manufacturing mindset look like on the floor, day to day, in your own words?

genuine understanding of continuous improvement concepts versus buzzword familiarity

How comfortable are you being on your feet most of the night, lifting up to 50 pounds on your own, and working in a shop environment with PPE requirements?

honest fit with the physical demands of the role

Situational

It's 2 a.m., a key machine goes down, and you're already behind on the shift's build schedule. What do you do first, and who do you call?

crisis prioritization and knowledge of who to loop in across maintenance, materials, and next shift

How would you communicate a problem from your shift to the day shift supervisor so nothing gets lost or repeated?

handoff discipline and clarity of written or verbal communication across shifts

If you noticed one line consistently missing its schedule attainment number, how would you go about figuring out the root cause?

structured problem-solving and use of data before jumping to conclusions

You've got a capacity plan that says you need more trained people on a specific process by next month. What steps do you take to get there?

workforce planning ability and coordination with other departments like HR and training

Tell me about a time you had to escalate a problem to your own manager instead of trying to solve it yourself. How did you decide it was time to escalate?

judgment about when to act independently versus when to bring leadership in

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The full job description

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We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us? The Production Supervisor leads the daily operation of a production shift with responsibility for interacting with Planning, Purchasing, Materials, Ops Engineering, Quality, Facilities and other departments to achieve maximum quality and cost effectiveness in an on-time and efficient manner.  The scope of ownership includes various manufacturing processes (ie.  vertical integration, multiple product lines, etc). Success in this role is defined by daily order execution, workforce flexibility, employee onboarding, productivity/efficiency, sequencing, process adherence, and training/development in production. This will be measured by ongoing improvements in driving quality, schedule attainment, Safety, and productivity/efficiency. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Associate’s degree or equivalent experience. • 2 years of experience leading teams, developing people or organizing tasks. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP system (Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics) and Microsoft Office. • Experience as a team lead or leading project teams in an operational environment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: • Direct the department to ensure safe, timely, and efficient completion of manufacturing schedules and communicate daily activities between shifts. • Supervise and coordinate activities of assigned production employees. • Provides manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting and analyzing production, performance records and data; answering questions and responding to requests. • Assuring all department personnel are adhering to company policies and procedures.  Completes safety, productivity, and policy reports regularly. • Selects, coaches and develops staff.  Sets clear expectations to inspire and motivate the team.  Manages performance—recognizing achievement, providing feedback and administering progressive discipline when necessary. Other Duties as assigned and the following:  • Key member and driver of a lean manufacturing environment driving continuous improvement activities relating to safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and inventory. • Interviewing, selecting, and coordinating orientation activities for all new employees.  • Ability to maintain a clean and orderly work environment and maintain compliance with established policies and procedures. • Developing and maintaining a workforce to meet capacity plans.  Work with other departments to manage parts flow. • Effective communication skills and ability to resolve conflict on the shop floor. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: • Relationship Building and Earning Trust – Consistently follows through on team commitments, communicates, and demonstrates accountability.  Builds trust and sets the example for the team by being inclusive and fair. • Accountability – Remains outcome focused, holding the team accountable while removing barriers to success.   Plays to win by defining team objectives/scope and clear milestones. Keeps leadership apprised of progress and brings options/solutions for issues when elevated. • Ask, Listen, and Follow Up – Actively listens, questions to help others understand, shows care/concern, and closes loop.  Drives action and alignment using coaching techniques, reinforces team's progress/development. • Inspire, Motivate and Recognize – Teaches others new tasks and is self- aware of strengths/developmental opportunities. Celebrates individual successes. • Conflict Management and Resolution – Influences employees to collaborate and achieve goals as a group. Asks questions, remains unbiased and encourages unconventional suggestions. Diffuses conflict as it arises rather than avoiding it and focuses on solving the problem. • Identify, Engage and Retain – Creates an open and honest work environment, providing others an opportunity to develop and grow. • Change Agent – Consistently optimistic about the ability to change in order to improve a product/service. Uses the voice of customer (VOC) to validate ideas.  Works well autonomously and in a team, leads change by promoting the value of transformation. PHYSICAL DEMANDS : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand.  The employee frequently is required to use hands to manipulate objects, tools or controls and talk or hear.  The employee is regularly required to walk; stoop; crouch; bend and reach above shoulders.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance, waist high, up to 10 feet away.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Temperatures can vary from cool to warm depending upon the season. The employee must comply with the assigned location PPE requirements including but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, appropriate gloves, clothing and shields for required tasks and closed toed or safety shoes as required by facility safety policies.   “We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

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