Floor Supervisor

Why PartsBadger?

PartsBadger changes the way people and companies source their custom manufactured parts. We believe in a do-whatever-it-takes attitude to get the job done. We accept the feedback of others and take ownership of our actions. If you are open-minded and ready to be a part of something bigger than yourself with a winning team, continue reading…

What is Fastlane?

Fastlane is a next level production system, combining software, automation, and machining to dramatically reduce lead times for high-mix, low-volume manufacturing. We’re building highly responsive manufacturing cells designed to to serve thousands of customers across the United States with speed, precision, and consistency.

What is the Position?

The Floor Supervisor owns the day-to-day execution of production within our Fastlane Manufacturing cells. This role helps keep work flows running smoothly from kitting through machining to final delivery, no time, in spec, and with minimal disruption.

You will lead the operators on the floor, maintain production, and are responsible for keeping standardized processes followed. You are the link between planning, programming, and execution on the shop floor.

This role reports to the Fastlane Program Manager.

About PartsBadger:

PartsBadger is transforming the way people source their manufactured parts by blending technology with manufacturing. PartsBadger has been awarded a number of accolades including:

• Ozaukee County Business of the Year - 2022
• US Congressional Commendation, Wisconsin Senate Citation, and Mayoral Proclamation
• Future 50 Winner - 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
• 2020 Inc.5000
• #525 in fastest growing company in the US
• #23 in the US in Manufacturing
• #8 in Wisconsin Overall
• Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year Honoree - 2020
• ESGR Patriotic Employer
• MMAC Focus on Future - Finalist - Innovation - 2021
• MMAC Focus on the Future - Winner 2020
• BizTimes Bravo IQ - 2019
• MMAC Future 50 - Honoree - 2019
• Scaleup Milwaukee - Innovation - 2018
• 43% Average Annual Growth Rate

Work Environment:

PartsBadger is a relaxed, casual work environment located in West Bend and Cedarburg, WI. PartsBadger maintains AS9100 and ISO9001:2015 certifications. Our West Bend location boasts 20,000 sqft dedicated to our advanced manufacturing (FastLane) program, and 15,000 sq. ft in Cedarburg that blends office and production space. We are a job shop with a large variety of part types, sizes and quantities. We work with almost every material available including steels, aluminums, exotics, plastics and more. We continue to develop the layout of our space for idea generation and collaborative work.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Day to Day

• Floor Support:
• Managing Jobs in ERP and running the scheduler
• Handling exceptions, issues, and operator needs
• Directing activities on the floor
• Ensuring work is on schedule, to spec, and processes are being followed.
• Issuing Tickets and Coordinating with Programmers
• Employee training
• Coordinate training needs and schedule with Fastlane Manager & HR
• Training staff in processes
• Deploy new systems/processes as required
• Ensure shop is organized and maintained
• Keyence IM Program Editing
• Kitting Jobs: Tooling, workholding and material
• Create purchase orders as needed
• Coordinate any machine repairs and machine maintenance
• Coordinate tooling and supplies need
• Deploy new processes as required including writing and maintaining SOPs
• Prepare for, participate in, and facilitate customer tours

Management

• Manage Staff Schedules, PTO, UPTO, and Overtime.
• Perform bi-weekly 1:1 meetings with operators and machinists
• Genuinely care about the wellbeing of your employees
• Illicit feedback
• Illicit ideas
• Work with the team to set their personal and professional goals
• Follow up and provide opportunities for improvement
• Participate in interviews and make hiring decisions with HR.
• Supervise employee training needs, coordinate with HR
• Lead and develop a team of Operators and Machinists, work with HR to create policies and training documents.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in a Lead or Management Role
• Ability to quickly learn new applications (Keyence)
• Experience with Haas Machines
• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Machining Industry tooling knowledge
• 3+ Years Machining Experience
• GD&T Knowledge
• Ability to Lead in a Machine Shop Setting
• Ability to Multi-Task, Prioritize, and Manage Time Effectively
• Adaptive and Flexible
• Above Average Organization
• Independent Problem Solver
• Fast Worker and Quick Thinker
• Reliable Transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fusion 360 Experience
• Keyence IM Programming Experience
• Experience with CRM Software

Opportunity for Advancement:

This position is structured to allow for advancement in a variety of areas with flexibility to try new things and challenge your mental boundaries. PartsBadger understands the value of our team and we work hard to nurture creativity and engagement.