Manufacturing Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Supervisor

Job Description

The Manufacturing Supervisor oversees unpack room production operations, leading a team of operators to achieve high standards of safety, quality, and productivity. This role manages day-to-day activities related to unpacking materials from automated guided vehicles (AGVs), loading conveyors, and ensuring timely delivery of parts to assembly. The supervisor implements and improves production and management systems, supports continuous improvement initiatives, and fosters a positive, high-performance team environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coach team members to meet safety, quality, and productivity objectives by consistently following standardized work procedures.
• Manage and supervise all unpack room production activities in alignment with production orders, inventory levels, and established process guidelines.
• Ensure completion of daily and weekly production plans and secure on-time delivery of all parts from the unpack room to assembly with high quality standards.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of management systems related to production, equipment optimization, safety inspections, environmental protection, and production statistics.
• Lead a team of approximately five operators per shift, overseeing repetitive unpackaging work from automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and coordinating loading of materials onto conveyors for downstream assembly.
• Monitor and adjust workflow to maintain efficient operations, minimize bottlenecks, and support consistent throughput in the unpack room.
• Drive performance by setting clear expectations, holding yourself and your team accountable to high standards, and practicing servant leadership.
• Build strong interpersonal relationships with team members and create a supportive, collaborative work environment that enables teams to complete their assigned tasks effectively.
• Support Kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process improvement opportunities and coaching problem resolution at the lowest possible level.
• Apply a Positive Employee Relations (PER) approach in daily interactions, addressing concerns constructively and promoting open communication.
• Collaborate with other supervisors, production teams, and support functions to align on production priorities and resolve operational issues.
• Maintain accurate production records and statistics, and use data to inform decisions and drive ongoing process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards, and promote a strong culture of safety within the team.

Essential Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2+ years of experience in team management overseeing 10 or more people.
• At least 2+ years of manufacturing supervisory experience in automotive or battery cell production.
• Experience in production supervision within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated supervisory and management skills, including coaching, performance management, and team development.
• Familiarity with automotive manufacturing and/or battery cell manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with manufacturing operations, including production planning and process oversight.
• Ability to support and drive process improvement and Kaizen activities.
• Comfort with learning and working with new technologies and automated systems such as AGVs.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity within a production environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to build strong working relationships and foster a positive team culture.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher, preferred.
• 2 years of manufacturing supervisory experience beyond the minimum requirements, preferred.
• 2 years of experience in a battery cell manufacturing environment, preferred.
• Experience working in a high-volume production environment.
• Experience in quality-focused manufacturing operations.
• Exposure to process optimization and equipment efficiency initiatives.
• Experience implementing or supporting lean manufacturing and continuous improvement programs.
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly evolving facility and production scope, including new products and technologies.

Why Work Here?

You will join a brand-new, large-scale battery cell facility at an early stage, giving you the opportunity to help shape operations and be part of the plant’s foundational team. The organization offers strong potential for advancement as the facility grows and expands production capacity. The rotating schedule provides extended blocks of time off, supporting work-life balance while maintaining a consistent, predictable pattern. You will work in a modern, cutting-edge environment focused on advanced energy storage technologies and continuous improvement, with the chance to grow your skills and career in a fast-evolving sector.

Work Environment

This role is based in a new, multi-billion-dollar battery manufacturing facility located on a large campus dedicated to jobs, opportunities, and recreation. The main cell and pack building spans a substantial footprint, with extensive support structures and a total site area of approximately 500 acres. The plant is designed to produce lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cells for grid-scale energy storage as well as components for midsize electric trucks, with a planned capacity of 20 GWh annually. The facility is in a growth phase, targeting 1,700 full-time employees, with over 100 already hired. Supervisors will initially participate in training on a daytime schedule: the first week runs Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., followed by a second week focused on training operators Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. In the third week, supervisors transition to a rotating 12-hour shift schedule. One supervisor pattern consists of working Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. in week one, and Monday, Thursday, and Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 a.m. in week two, repeating every two weeks (four days on, three days off). The alternate supervisor pattern mirrors this with three days on and four days off, providing consistent rotation and extended rest periods. The unpack room environment involves repetitive tasks, including unpackaging materials from automated guided vehicles (AGVs), loading conveyors, and coordinating with downstream assembly operations. The facility emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency, with structured production systems, safety inspections, environmental controls, and production statistics. Dress and attire are typical for a manufacturing setting, with an expectation of appropriate workwear and adherence to safety and personal protective equipment requirements.

This is a Contract position based out of Marshall, MI.

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $33.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Marshall,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 1, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.