Operations Lead - Fast-Paced Manufacturing

Ashley Furniture Industries; Ecru (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off

Generous Employee Discount

Professional Development Opportunities

Tuition Assistance

Ashley Wellness Centers

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Life Insurance

Job summary

Ashley Furniture Industries in the United States is seeking an Operations Supervisor who thrives in fast-paced manufacturing and distribution environments. You’ll lead and develop frontline teams, optimize workflows, and uphold safety and quality in daily operations.

You will coach staff, monitor performance, and collaborate with leaders to keep production flowing smoothly and to meet distribution goals. This role combines hands-on leadership with process improvement in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• 1+ years in a leadership role within operations, logistics, or supply chain.
• Experience in distribution or warehouse environments is a major plus.
• Strong planning, organizational, and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead from the front. Coach and guide a diverse team of frontline associates. Set the tone for teamwork, accountability, and inclusion.
• Own the floor. Drive daily operations with precision and purpose. From staffing and workflow to problem-solving on the fly—you’ll be the go-to.
• Keep safety sacred. Champion a safety-first mindset and make sure protocols aren’t just followed—they’re lived.
• Track what matters. Monitor key metrics, analyze performance, and turn insights into action. Your reports won’t just reflect the work—they’ll inspire the next move.
• Build connection. Keep communication flowing between leadership and the floor to foster transparency, trust, and alignment.

Skills

Leadership

Operations

Logistics

Team development

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred

Job description

Ashley Furniture Industries in the United States is seeking an Operations Supervisor who thrives in fast-paced manufacturing and distribution environments. You’ll lead and develop frontline teams, optimize workflows, and uphold safety and quality in daily operations.

You will coach staff, monitor performance, and collaborate with leaders to keep production flowing smoothly and to meet distribution goals. This role combines hands-on leadership with process improvement in a dynamic setting.