Assembly Operations Supervisor

PHD Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

PHD, Inc. Fort Wayne Manufacturing is seeking an Assembly Supervisor to oversee daily operations, guide assembly staff, and ensure on-time product delivery.

The role combines shop floor leadership with process optimization, quality, and safety initiatives in a 1st shift setting. The ideal candidate will have 2–4 years of managerial experience in manufacturing, strong communication, and the ability to read blueprints.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required; an Associate’s degree in manufacturing/engineering is preferred.
• Minimum 2–4 years of management experience in an assembly or manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing union and non-union workforces is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of assembly processes, metal shop work, and manufacturing information systems.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and complex spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and evaluate assembly staff to achieve high performance and develop skills; maintain on-floor presence.
• Monitor assembly cell productivity to ensure on-time delivery; support quality, safety, and cost directives.
• Implement processes to support new product introductions and custom products.
• Address inventory, workload, tooling, and employee issues promptly to minimize productivity loss; handle quality discrepancies and corrective actions.
• Communicate corporate updates to the team and respond to production status inquiries from customers.
• Coordinate training, certification, and skill development for assembly personnel with Training and Development Manager.
• Document disciplinary actions and attendance; ensure adherence to shop rules and policies.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in manufacturing/engineering

Job description

PHD, Inc. Fort Wayne Manufacturing is seeking an Assembly Supervisor to oversee daily operations, guide assembly staff, and ensure on-time product delivery.

The role combines shop floor leadership with process optimization, quality, and safety initiatives in a 1st shift setting. The ideal candidate will have 2–4 years of managerial experience in manufacturing, strong communication, and the ability to read blueprints.