Manufacturing Operations Team Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

About the role

As the Manufacturing Operations Team Supervisor, you will guide a team of production associates to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality output every shift. You will set the pace for performance, uphold standards, and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement while keeping the floor organized and running smoothly.

What you’ll lead

• Coach, train, and motivate production associates to meet and exceed operational targets.
• Distribute daily assignments and balance workloads to maximize throughput and efficiency.
• Champion safety, adhere to company policies, and enforce quality expectations without compromise.
• Track performance in real time, resolve bottlenecks quickly, and reduce downtime.
• Maintain orderly, clean work areas that align with company organization standards.
• Support quality initiatives to ensure products consistently meet customer specifications.
• Provide timely feedback, conduct coaching conversations, and drive employee development.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to advance operational goals and solve problems.
• Spot process improvement opportunities and assist in implementing better ways of working.
• Keep accurate production records and communicate status and issues to management.
• Promote a respectful, collaborative, and team-first environment.

QualificationsEducation

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical school certification or relevant training preferred.

Experience

• 4+ years of supervisory or leadership experience in manufacturing, production, or distribution.
• Background as a Team Lead, Production Supervisor, or comparable role preferred.

Core skills and competencies

• Proven track record developing teams and delivering results in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong delegation, coaching, and performance management capabilities.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and sound decision-making.
• Clear, effective verbal and written communication.
• Organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative leadership style; effective across departments.
• Familiarity with Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement methods preferred.

Language

Bilingual English/Spanish required.

Leadership scope

Direct responsibility for leading and coordinating production associates.

Proficiencies

• Leadership / People Management
• Warehouse Experience