Production Operations Supervisor

Manufacturing Operations ManagerEngineering degree preferredLocation: Charleston, SCRole OverviewThe Manufacturing Operations Manager leads and guides manufacturing activities in a heavy industrial setting. This individual is tasked with coaching front-line leaders, enhancing operational performance, and ensuring the organization achieves key objectives in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity.Responsibilities include overseeing daily manufacturing operations, promoting reliable operations through Control Plans and Standard Work, and advancing initiatives that support the company's short-term and mid-term business plans.Primary DutiesLead daily manufacturing operations to align with departmental and organizational goals.Develop and mentor front-line leaders to enhance leadership skills and team performance.Promote a strong safety culture and uphold safety procedures to achieve zero-injury workplace.Ensure consistent use of Control Plans, Standard Work, and Job Safety Analyses across manufacturing operations.Establish and maintain controlled, stable manufacturing processes.Identify and implement improvements in safety, quality, productivity, efficiency, and cost performance.Translate business objectives into manufacturing plans that align with the organization's strategy.Collaborate with teams to introduce new processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives.Address technical and operational challenges using structured problem-solving approaches.Promote a culture of accountability, employee growth, and operational excellence.Requirements and BackgroundBachelor's degree required - BS in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Materials, or Industrial Engineering preferred.2–5 years of leadership experience in manufacturing.Minimum 3 years of technical problem-solving experience in a manufacturing setting.Demonstrated ability to develop, coach, and lead front-line leaders.Strong organizational skills and effective time management.Experience leading cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals.Background in strategic planning and implementing new manufacturing processes.Track record of improving Safety, Quality, and Productivity through continuous improvement.Strong analytical, communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.