Operations Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

About the Opportunity

Creative Business Innovations is seeking an experienced Operations Supervisor for a leading Tier 1 Honda Supplier. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations, ensuring a safe and efficient production environment, and leading teams to achieve quality, delivery, cost, and productivity goals. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with a strong manufacturing background, continuous improvement experience, and a passion for developing people.

Key Responsibilities

• Foster and maintain a safe workplace while promoting a strong safety culture.
• Lead daily production operations to achieve SQCDM (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Morale) objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Plan staffing levels to meet customer production demands.
• Lead and support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and mentor Team Leaders and production associates through coaching, training, and performance management.
• Promote teamwork and effective communication across production, maintenance, quality, and other departments.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and ISO standards.
• Interpret work instructions, blueprints, specifications, and production schedules to assign work effectively.
• Monitor production quality by inspecting products and ensuring compliance with customer specifications.
• Coordinate machine adjustments and corrective actions to resolve quality issues.
• Improve production methods, equipment performance, efficiency, and product quality.
• Maintain production records, staffing reports, and performance documentation.
• Support capital equipment improvement projects and new product launches.
• Collaborate with customers and internal departments to ensure production schedules and delivery commitments are met.
• Respond to production, supply chain, and operational issues as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent combination of manufacturing experience and leadership experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment .
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop teams.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of manufacturing KPIs, production planning, and assembly processes.
• ISO compliance experience, including writing and reviewing SOPs and supporting audits.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, operating procedures, and quality specifications.
• Strong mathematical skills, including calculations involving ratios, percentages, decimals, and basic shop math.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Supervise Team Leaders and hourly production associates.
• Plan daily production activities and assign workloads.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching, recognition, and corrective action when appropriate.
• Resolve employee concerns and production issues in a timely manner.
• Create a positive, respectful, and high-performing team environment.
• Drive employee engagement while maintaining productivity and quality standards.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Spend approximately 75% of the workday on the production floor and 25% performing administrative responsibilities.
• Ability to stand and walk throughout the manufacturing facility for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and carry materials as required.
• Availability to work assigned shifts and provide on-call support for production or supply chain emergencies when necessary.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to lead operations for a respected Tier 1 automotive supplier.
• Play a key role in continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Work in a collaborative, team-focused manufacturing environment.
• Make a direct impact on quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.

If you are an experienced manufacturing leader who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and is passionate about developing teams while driving operational excellence, we encourage you to apply.