Manufacturing Shift Leader - Coating Operations & High-Volume Production

Job Description Manufacturing Shift Leader – Coating Operations & High-Volume Production $70,000 - $90,000 Base + Premium Weekend Pay • Greater Green Bay Area EXPERIENCE DEPTH: 5 to 10 years of manufacturing supervisory experience within a high-volume production, web handling, paper, coating, or converting environment preferred. LABOR EXPERTISE: Prior experience leading teams within a unionized facility, maintaining a strong understanding of professional contract administration and conflict resolution. WORK SCHEDULE: Rotating 12-hour shifts (alternating days and nights) featuring a built-in 6-day block off every 3 weeks. EARNING POTENTIAL: $70,000 to $90,000 starting base salary + significant weekend premiums (Time-and-a-half Saturdays / Double-time Sundays) + extensive corporate benefits. ELITE BENEFITS: Fully company-funded pension, 401(k) matching, up to 7 weeks of vacation, and access to private, free onsite medical clinics. LOCATION: Greater Green Bay, WI area (100% onsite production facility environment). This is an opportunity to join a massive, privately held, multi-billion dollar packaging manufacturer that has operated for decades with unmatched organizational stability. Having recently completed a $100M facility expansion with additional growth currently underway, this site represents a deep, long-term commitment to its Wisconsin operations. This is a career-defining leadership track designed for a professional who respects the structure of a union environment and wants a total compensation package that is virtually unmatched in the Midwest. Managing a dedicated shift of 25 to 30 hourly employees within a high-speed coating department, you will bridge the gap between daily throughput goals and long-term continuous improvement. It is the ideal setup for a stable leader who wants to plant deep roots in a modern, expanding facility where employee investments come first and average professional tenures are measured in decades. What You Will Be Doing Shift Floor Leadership: Providing daily leadership, motivation, and operational direction for 25–30 hourly employees within a unionized coating and production environment. Operational Management: Managing shift production schedules, maintaining rigorous quality standards, and enforcing strict departmental safety compliance. Quality & Technical Liaison: Overseeing in-process quality documentation and coordinating corrective actions with Technical and Engineering departments. Maintenance Partnership: Partnering closely with the Maintenance team to maximize equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and manage active work order priorities. Workforce Development: Directing employee attendance, daily job assignments, and specialized cross-training requirements to maximize operational flexibility. Digital Metrics Tracking: Utilizing localized ERP systems for real-time production reporting, inventory management, and operational documentation. Continuous Improvement: Supporting continuous