Operations Leader: Manufacturing & Calibration Supervisor

Crane Co.; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane Co. is seeking a Manufacturing and Calibration Supervisor onsite in Kennesaw, Georgia.

This role leads all manufacturing operations, including scheduling, production, calibration, testing, and shipping, while developing staff and ensuring adherence to procedures and Crane quality programs. You will drive continuous improvement using the Crane Business System, optimize layouts and workflows, and manage equipment maintenance and process capabilities to meet production goals and customer

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business or equivalent experience in Operations Management in a manufacturing company.
• 2-4 years experience in operations or engineering capacity.
• Prior experience in planning and manufacturing.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Understanding and application of lean manufacturing/problem solving techniques.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to communicate professionally with people at all levels of the organization and external contacts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)

Responsibilities

• Achieve business objectives related to safety, quality, on-time delivery (OTD), past due orders, lead time, cost, inventory, and sales.
• Analyze performance gaps, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop, review, and maintain action plans to address operational challenges and drive results.
• Lead all manufacturing operations, including scheduling, planning, receiving, production, calibration, testing, document control, packaging, and shipping.
• Manage and develop the personnel supporting these functions while ensuring adherence to approved procedures and company programs.
• Partner with other functional leaders to allocate resources and meet customer and business commitments.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using the Crane Business System.
• Improve plant layout, workflow, cell design, standard work, visual management, equipment maintenance, setup reduction, and material replenishment processes.
• Maintain and enhance visual management throughout areas of responsibility.
• Evaluate equipment capabilities, process limitations, and manufacturing standards.
• Identify and implement new technologies and equipment improvements.
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained, safely operated, and capable of meeting production requirements.
• Ensure all products are manufactured, tested, and calibrated in accordance with engineering specifications and quality assurance requirements.
• Maintain compliance with all company quality systems, procedures, and audit requirements.
• Maintain accurate calibration records and certifications.
• Manage inventory levels to achieve business plan targets.
• Reduce excess and obsolete inventory through effective utilization and substitution strategies.
• Control manufacturing expenses, including supplies, tooling, maintenance, overtime, and labor costs, while operating within budget.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Supervisory experience

Planning & manufacturing

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business or equivalent experience in Operations Management in a manufacturing company

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Crane Co. is seeking a Manufacturing and Calibration Supervisor onsite in Kennesaw, Georgia.

This role leads all manufacturing operations, including scheduling, production, calibration, testing, and shipping, while developing staff and ensuring adherence to procedures and Crane quality programs. You will drive continuous improvement using the Crane Business System, optimize layouts and workflows, and manage equipment maintenance and process capabilities to meet production goals and customer