Assembly Supervisor

Universalbeauty; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Beauty Products is seeking an Assembly Supervisor to lead daily assembly operations in a fast-paced cosmetics environment. You will drive schedules, quality, safety, and productivity while growing a high-performing team.

You will mentor Assembly Leads and Production Associates, monitor KPIs, and partner with Quality, Maintenance, and Planning to meet departmental goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years hands-on assembly line experience in manufacturing.
• Experience in cosmetics or other regulated environments preferred.
• Ability to train and develop assembly staff and leads.
• Knowledge of safety standards and lean improvement methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily assembly operations to meet production schedules.
• Assign work, balance labor, and monitor workflow for efficiency.
• Ensure processes follow SOPs, GMPs, and quality standards.
• Train and develop Assembly Leads and Production Associates.
• Monitor quality, address defects, and drive continuous improvement.
• Utilize SAP/ERP and MS Office to review data and report performance.
• Lead shift start-ups, priorities, and handoffs.
• Ensure OSHA, FDA Cosmetic GMPs, ISO 22716 and 5S compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Data interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Overview

Universal Beauty Products is seeking a hands-on Assembly Supervisor to lead daily assembly operations in a fast-paced cosmetics manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring production schedules, quality standards, safety requirements, and productivity goals are achieved while developing and supporting a high-performing team.

The Assembly Supervisor provides direct leadership to Assembly Leads and Production Associates, drives continuous improvement, and utilizes key manufacturing metrics to improve operational performance while supporting the Production Manager in achieving departmental objectives.

Duties

• Lead and coordinate daily assembly operations to meet production schedules, customer demand, and operational goals.
• Assign work, balance labor, and monitor workflow to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Ensure assembly processes are performed according to approved work instructions, SOPs, FDA Cosmetic GMPs, ISO 22716 requirements, and company quality standards.
• Train, coach, mentor, and develop Assembly Leads and Production Associates.
• Monitor product quality and immediately address defects, non-conformances, and process issues.
• Drive productivity by monitoring PPLH (People/Pounds Per Labor Hour), labor efficiency, schedule attainment, downtime, yield, and other key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Utilize Microsoft Office and ERP systems (SAP preferred) to review production data, prepare reports, and communicate daily performance to the Production Manager.
• Conduct shift start-up meetings, communicate daily priorities, and ensure effective shift handoffs.
• Enforce company policies while maintaining compliance with OSHA regulations, FDA Cosmetic GMPs, ISO 22716 standards, and 5S workplace organization.
• Partner with Quality, Maintenance, Warehouse, Planning, and Human Resources to achieve production and business objectives.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in factory or manufacturing facility environments with hands-on assembly line exposure, minimum 5 years.
• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's degree or technical training preferred.
• Experience in cosmetics, personal care, food, pharmaceutical, or other regulated manufacturing environments is preferred.
• 1-2 years of demonstrated ability to manage production or assembly teams effectively while fostering teamwork and accountability
• Knowledge of safety standards in production environments, including safety protocol adherence and risk mitigation strategies
• Experience with process improvement methodologies such as lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives
• Ability to perform manual handling tasks safely, including heavy lifting when necessary
• Familiarity with warehouse operations and inventory management practices is advantageous
• Understanding of PPLH, labor efficiency, OEE, schedule attainment, yield and other manufacturing KPI's. Ability to interpret production schedules, work instructions and quality documentation.
• Computer proficiency required, Microsoft Office, SAP or ERP experience preferred.

Join us as an Assembly Supervisor where your leadership fuels innovation! Bring your expertise in manufacturing processes, safety standards, and team management to help us deliver quality products efficiently. We're committed to supporting your growth through ongoing training opportunities and a collaborative work environment that values your contributions.