Operations Supervisor

Operations Supervisor – Manufacturing Leadership Development Track Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt About the Opportunity We are partnering with a leading North American steel processing and manufacturing organization to hire three Operations Supervisors at a major Midwest facility in Ottawa, Ohio. This is not a traditional “working lead” role. This position is part of a structured leadership development program designed to build future plant managers and senior operations leaders. If you are a performance-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and wants a clear path toward plant leadership, this is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact role. The Role The Operations Supervisor is responsible for driving performance on the plant floor. This is a highly visible leadership position with ownership over safety, quality, productivity, and team engagement. You will not be expected to operate machinery or perform maintenance. Instead, your focus will be: Driving throughput and operational performance Managing KPIs such as OEE, output per labor hour, and productivity metrics Holding teams accountable to daily targets Identifying performance gaps and implementing corrective actions Leading from the floor (majority of time spent in production environment) Developing and coaching frontline teammates Creating a culture of ownership and accountability This role is central to the organization’s succession planning and long-term leadership strategy. What We’re Looking For We are seeking leaders — not just supervisors. Ideal candidates will have: Operations leadership experience in a manufacturing environment Exposure to performance metrics (OEE, throughput, output per labor hour, etc.) Demonstrated ability to drive results through others Strong floor presence and accountability mindset High ambition and long-term leadership potential Metals industry experience is helpful but not required. Strong operations leaders from other industrial environments are encouraged to apply. We are open to a range of profiles: High-potential early-career leaders with strong drive and leadership aptitude Experienced production or operations supervisors Emerging plant leaders seeking a growth platform Compensation & Incentives Monthly productivity-based bonus opportunity Overtime eligibility under certain conditions Structured leadership development progression Full benefits package Why This Role Stands Out Clear path toward plant management High-impact role in a large, complex manufacturing operation Opportunity to influence culture and performance #J-18808-Ljbffr