Mfg Shift Leader–(Coating Operations, Union Leadership & High-Volume)

Gables Search Group

De Pere, WI

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$70,000–$90,000
SKILLS
Continuous Improvement, Contract Management, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Industrial Coating, Inventory Management, Inventory Reports, Leadership, Literacy, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Order Management, Organizational Skills, People Management, Process Quality, Production Schedule, Production Systems, Production Volume, Quality Metrics, Rock Mechanics, Safety Compliance, Schedule Development
LOCATION
De Pere, WI
POSTED
1 day ago

Manufacturing Shift Leader – (Coating Operations, Union Leadership & High-Volume Production)

Up to $90,000 + Exceptional Weekend Premiums • Greater Green Bay Area • Rare Pension & Elite Benefits Join a massive, vertically integrated packaging leader with nearly a century of success and multi-million dollar facility expansions Lead a dedicated team in a high-stability environment offering up to 7 weeks of vacation and fully company-funded retirement

  • EXPERIENCE 5–10 Years Manufacturing Leadership preferred
  • COMP $70,000–$90,000 Base (Sat = 1.5x / Sun = 2.0x)
  • SCHEDULE Rotating 12-Hour Shifts (Days/Nights) | 6-Day Block Off every 3 weeks
  • LOCATION Greater Green Bay, WI area
  • TYPE Full-Time, Direct Hire
  • AUTH US Work Authorization required
  • BENEFITS Fully Funded Pension, 401(k) Match, Free Onsite Medical Clinics

This is a career-defining role for a leader who values long-term stability and a total compensation package that is virtually unmatched in the Midwest. Our client is a privately held, multi-billion dollar packaging manufacturer that has operated for decades without slowing down. They recently executed a massive $100M facility expansion with additional growth currently underway, signaling a deep commitment to their Wisconsin operations.

What sets this opportunity apart is the "people-first" investment. Beyond a competitive base salary, the weekend premium pay structure (time-and-a-half Saturdays and double-time Sundays) significantly boosts annual earnings. The benefits are truly elite: a fully company-funded pension, up to 7 weeks of vacation, and access to private medical clinics for you and your family. If you are a professional who respects the structure of a union environment and wants to plant roots in a facility where the average tenure is measured in decades, this is your next home.

What You Will Be Doing

  • Providing daily leadership and direction for 25–30 hourly employees within a unionized coating and production environment
  • Managing shift production schedules, rigorous quality standards, and departmental safety compliance
  • Overseeing in-process quality documentation and coordinating corrective actions with the Technical and Engineering departments
  • Partnering with the Maintenance team to ensure equipment reliability and managing work order priorities
  • Directing employee attendance, job assignments, and cross-training requirements to ensure operational flexibility
  • Utilizing ERP systems for real-time reporting, inventory management, and operational documentation
  • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to optimize safety, productivity, and cost-efficiency
  • Collaborating cross-functionally on process upgrades and the rollout of new product developments

What We Are Looking For

  • Leadership: 5–10 years of supervisory experience in a high-volume manufacturing setting; more experience is highly valued
  • Union Expertise: Prior experience managing in a unionized facility; a strong understanding of contract administration is preferred
  • Operational Skills: High organizational aptitude with the ability to manage competing priorities on a fast-paced production floor
  • Technical Literacy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort learning specialized ERP systems for inventory and reporting
  • Stability: A rock-solid, stable work history—our client specifically seeks candidates with long tenures at previous employers
  • Schedule Commitment: Full ability to work a rotating 12-hour day/night shift schedule including alternating weekends
  • Strong Pluses: Experience in paper, coating, web handling, or converting; background in pressure-sensitive labels or films; degree in Paper Science or Engineering

About the Company

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Gables Search Group

Gables Search Group headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio has been a leader in search and placement nationwide since 2002.  Our company specializes in both direct and contract (temporary) staffing in all industries and disciplines.

At Gables Search Group, we connect exceptional professionals with outstanding organizations.  Our commitment to integrity, excellence, partnership, innovation, and respect sets us apart. With a personalized approach to recruitment, we ensure the perfect match between candidates and employers.

Whether you are a talented professional seeking new opportunities or an organization looking to build a high-performing team, Gables Search Group is here to guide you through the journey. Our success is built on the success of our clients and candidates, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the careers and businesses we serve.

COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2002
WEBSITE
https://www.gablessearch.com/