Internal Movements Supervisor – Lean Steel Ops & Growth

Cimolai-HY LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full benefits package

Career growth

Safety is priority

Job summary

Cimolai-HY LLC is seeking an Internal Movements Supervisor to oversee day-to-day operations of the Internal Movements department, ensuring production lines run on schedule, meet quality standards, and stay within budget. Based in Chicago, IL, this role focuses on optimizing internal parts movements, coordinating routing and inventory, and enforcing safety and lean manufacturing practices across the plant.

Strong leadership and communication are essential to motivate teams, with hands-on

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in logistics, warehousing, manufacturing planning, or material handling.
• Candidate must have a thorough understanding of production and material movement processes.
• The job requires precision and attention to detail to ensure safe handling of steel while transporting heavy steel members interplant.
• At least 3 years’ experience in a supervisory role.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members.
• Proficiency in safety regulations and procedures related to steel fabrication.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Able to Organize and Manage Reporting Requirements.
• Attention to detail and precision.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision making, and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with Company Management Software/ERP.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead employees, coordinating appropriate training, assigning tasks, and providing guidance and support as needed.
• Plan work so that priorities are properly achieved, and work is completed in the most efficient way while maintaining quality and safety.
• Monitor materials and finished products movements, coordinating with procurement teams to ensure adequate supply levels.
• Ensure that schedules are met, overseeing the production process, and troubleshooting any issues that arise to minimize downtime.
• Maintain work records as required.
• Assist technicians with troubleshooting failures of machines and systems.
• Oversee simple rigging operations and occasional heavy or complex rigging.
• Operate forklifts, cranes, and manlifts, as necessary.
• Maintain good housekeeping by cleaning and organizing work areas.
• Ensure that safe working practices are followed.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

Skills

Logistics experience

Supervisory experience

Lean manufacturing

Safety compliance

Forklift operation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Cimolai-HY LLC is seeking an Internal Movements Supervisor to oversee day-to-day operations of the Internal Movements department, ensuring production lines run on schedule, meet quality standards, and stay within budget. Based in Chicago, IL, this role focuses on optimizing internal parts movements, coordinating routing and inventory, and enforcing safety and lean manufacturing practices across the plant.

Strong leadership and communication are essential to motivate teams, with hands-on