Lean Manufacturing Supervisor – Onsite Skokie

PSG; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Onsite role in Skokie

Job summary

OPW in Skokie, Illinois is seeking a Production Supervisor to manage daily manufacturing and warehouse activities onsite. You will coach teams, drive safety and quality, and lead lean improvement initiatives across shifts.

The role requires supervisory experience in manufacturing, knowledge of lean tools, and the ability to manage throughput while maintaining accuracy and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Associates degree with five or more years proven success in a supervisory role in a manufacturing environment is required. Will consider equivalent years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Bachelor’s degree with three or more years proven success in a supervisory and/or managerial role in a manufacturing environment using continuous improvement is preferred.
• Three or more years’ experience in an organization utilizing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production and warehouse/distribution activities to achieve safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery performance.
• Assign work, prioritize activities, and adjust staffing/workflow to meet schedule and customer needs.
• Monitor performance throughout the shift; remove barriers and escalate issues quickly.
• Coach and develop employees by creating a culture of accountability through clear expectations, feedback, and performance management.
• Lead daily huddles and use visual management to drive accountability and follow-through.
• Lead and participate in Lean and continuous improvement activities to reduce waste and improve performance.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Lean manufacturing

Safety compliance

CNC machining

ERP / production systems

Reading drawings/prints

Education

Associates degree or higher

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Oracle

Job description

OPW in Skokie, Illinois is seeking a Production Supervisor to manage daily manufacturing and warehouse activities onsite. You will coach teams, drive safety and quality, and lead lean improvement initiatives across shifts.

The role requires supervisory experience in manufacturing, knowledge of lean tools, and the ability to manage throughput while maintaining accuracy and safety standards.