Job Description

Job Description

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!

Charter Wire is a leading Tier 1 supplier and manufacturer of Engineered Shaped Wire, Cold Finished Bar, and Cold-Headed and Stamped Components to industries including Automotive, Agriculture, Construction, Consumer, Industrial, and Oil & Gas. Charter Wire is part of the Charter Manufacturing family of companies, a fourth-generation, family-owned business rooted in stability and growth.

• SCHEDULE: Dependable 8-hour third shift, Monday–Friday (10:00 PM – 6:00 AM), with occasional overtime.

• BENEFITS: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and paid time off.

• GROWTH: Build your career with on-the-job training, process improvement opportunities, and internal advancement—we promote from within.

• SAFETY: Work in a culture committed to safety and continuous improvement.

• STABILITY: Join an established Midwest company with four generations of family ownership.

• Location: Charter Wire – 7850 N. 81st Street, Milwaukee, WI 53222

• Shift: 3rd Shift, 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM, Monday–Friday

This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll guide a dedicated production team, drive operational excellence, and ensure customer expectations are met with quality and efficiency.

• Lead and support your team to meet production goals for quality, productivity, and waste reduction.

• Promote safety, teamwork, open communication, and employee engagement.

• Provide coaching, training, and performance reviews to support employee growth.

• Drive Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.

• Partner with other departments and shifts to ensure smooth operations.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, Environmental, Quality, and Safety standards.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• 5+ years of related industry experience, or equivalent education/experience.

• Supervisory or leadership experience (or supervisor training).

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to prioritize, delegate, coach, and follow up effectively.

• Team-oriented with experience collaborating cross-functionally.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Self-motivated, accountable, and organized with a sense of urgency.

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Metallurgy, or related field.

• 3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement.

• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.

• Strong analytical and data reporting skills.

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).

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