Supervisor Operations

The Operations Supervisor is responsible for leading the daily operations of an assigned manufacturing area ensuring alignment with safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. This role plays a critical part in managing a high-performing team, coordinating workflows, and ensuring that production goals are consistently met or exceeded. Key responsibilities include monitoring operational metrics such as on-time delivery (OTD), first-pass yield (FPY), scrap and rework rates, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

The successful candidate will be a hands-on leader who promotes accountability, drives continuous improvement using Lean principles, and fosters a culture of collaboration and operational excellence. This role also acts as a central point of coordination between production, engineering, quality, and other support teams to ensure smooth execution of business objectives through effective leadership, communication, and problem-solving.

• Manage daily operations in the assigned manufacturing area to ensure safe, efficient, and on-schedule production.
• Maintain product and process quality through effective resource use and adherence to procedures and standards.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members with clear expectations and regular feedback.
• Monitor KPIs (OTD, FPY, scrap/rework, OEE) and drive corrective actions to meet performance targets.
• Investigate production issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Promote continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S/6S methodologies.
• Uphold a safe, compliant work environment and proactively mitigate hazards.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, supply chain, and program management to align priorities and ensure smooth operations.
• Support new product introductions and their integration into production.

• Associate's degree in a relevant field, or equivalent combination of education and experience; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience.
• Solid understanding of industrial engineering principles, including 5S/6S and Lean practices.
• Familiarity with industry standards and compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO, AS).
• Proven ability to lead teams, communicate effectively, and influence positive outcomes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.