Manufacturing Supervisor

Job Full Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Supervisor (Long-Term Contract position)


Location: Greenwood, Indiana


A leading industrial manufacturing and service organization in the Greenwood area is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Supervisor to oversee repair and reconditioning operations within a technical service environment. This role is ideal for a proven manufacturing leader who enjoys being on the shop floor, developing teams, driving performance, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

This is a long-term contract opportunity through December 2027 with the potential for permanent hire. The selected candidate will play a critical role in leading daily operations, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring a safe, productive, and quality-focused work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise workshop employees and daily shop operations.
• Maintain an active presence on the shop floor to drive employee engagement, productivity, and performance.
• Support production scheduling, workload planning, and operational coordination.
• Partner with leadership and HR on recruiting, staffing, employee development, and performance management.
• Recruit, interview, hire, and onboard shop personnel.
• Track and report labor utilization, productivity, and key performance metrics.
• Address performance concerns and employee relations matters in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Maintain Quality Management System (QMS) documentation and support corrective action activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles, including 5S, Kaizen, and process optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide exceptional customer service and operational support.

Salary: $85,000 annually


Employment Type: Long-term contract through December 2027 with potential for permanent hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience within a manufacturing, repair, reconditioning, service center, or job shop environment.
• Experience supervising technicians, machinists, welders, or skilled trades teams.
• Strong understanding of machining, welding, repair, and reconditioning operations.
• Experience working within ISO 9001 and Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools including 5S, Kaizen, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including reporting and Pivot Tables.
• Ability to analyze operational metrics and drive process improvements.
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic financial and business acumen related to shop operations and labor utilization.

How to Apply


Email your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io Monday-Friday between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.


Visit our office: Specialized Recruiting Group


201 S. Emerson Ave.


Greenwood, IN 46143


About Us


Serving South Central Indiana, Specialized Recruiting Group specializes in Contract and Direct Hire placements in Industrial Leadership, Engineering, Accounting & Finance, and Skilled Manufacturing. There are no fees for our services. We are a Human Resource Solutions company hired directly by our clients to identify and recruit top talent.

Indianapolis South, IN
2247
201 S Emerson Avenue
Suite 110
Greenwood, IN 46143