Entry-Level Reverse Logistics Supervisor

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year. Production/Assembly Supervisor - Olathe, KS Are you looking to start your career where hands‑on problem solving, leadership, and supply chain meet product engineering? Join our Olathe DSC as an Production/Assembly Supervisor and grow into a technical and people leader. In this role you’ll learn refurbishment and returns processing, lead a small team, use lean tools to improve flow, and work closely with procurement, engineering, product management, and sales to recover returned products safely, on time, and cost‑effectively. Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H‑1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position. What You Will Do: Lead and coach a refurbishment and returns–processing team to meet daily production, quality, safety, and customer‑service goals. Train associates to inspect, sort, troubleshoot, and diagnose returned products and determine parts/materials needed for repairs. Support inventory accuracy through transactional work, audits, and coordination with procurement to resolve material outages. Gather and analyze data, track KPIs, and report performance to drive continuous improvement (lean problem solving). Present team status during MDI/Gemba walks and contribute to KPI and annual objective setting. Manage basic workforce records (time, attendance, PTO), provide feedback, and help resolve performance or conduct issues in partnership with HR. Maintain a safe, engaged, and positive work environment and follow company policies and procedures. Hands‑on troubleshooting and interpreting engineering drawings/BOMs to support refurbishment work. What You Will Need to Succeed: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, industrial, or electrical engineering or 2‑3 years with Reverse Logistics/Assembly experience. Strong PC skills, especially Excel; comfortable with basic data analysis and reporting. Ability to read and apply layered engineering drawings and BOMs and understand mechanical function. Strong communication skills and a desire to coach and lead others. Comfortable working hands‑on in a manufacturing/distribution environment and dealing with ambiguity. Nice to have (preferred): Experience with material management, production planning, purchasing, or cross‑functional coordination. Familiarity with lean principles and continuous improvement tools. Experience collaborating with engineering, product, or sales teams on quality or product‑change issues. Why apply: Structured, hands‑on entry path into operations and engineering leadership. Mentorship from experienced Reverse Logistics and engineering leaders. Real ownership of daily operations, process improvement, and measurable KPIs. Opportunity to build cross‑functional relationships and advance quickly into higher levels of supervision or engineering roles. Why Work for Us? Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if you’re seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. As we grow, we want you to grow with us. We promote work‑life balance and invest in professional development. What You’ll Get from Us: Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you “be safe, be healthy” Unlimited Paid Time Off 401(k) plan with a 6% company match and no vesting period Health Savings Accounts – tax‑advantaged savings account for healthcare expenses Flexible Spending Accounts – tax‑advantaged accounts for healthcare and/or dependent daycare expenses Disability Insurance – short‑term and long‑term coverage, paid for by Allegion, provides income replacement for illness or injury Life Insurance – term life coverage with the option to purchase supplemental coverage Tuition Reimbursement Voluntary Wellness Program – complete wellness activities and earn monetary rewards Employee Discounts through Perks at Work Community involvement and opportunities to give back Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through CliftonStrengths assessment & coaching Equal Opportunity Employer Allegion is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity, inclusion, and authentic workplace. We provide accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you need assistance with the application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team. Legal Disclosure © Allegion plc, 2023 | Block D, Iveagh Court, Harcourt Road, Dublin 2, Co. Dublin, Ireland. REGISTERED IN IRELAND WITH LIMITED LIABILITY, REGISTERED NUMBER 527370. Allegion is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Interflex Datensysteme GesmbH