Operations Leader — Shift & Performance Coach

01 & 04 Woodward, Inc.; Rockford, Loves Park (IL, IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement/Training

Paid holidays

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Parental leave

Life & AD&D

Flexible Spending/FSAs

Bereavement leave

Job summary

Woodward, Inc. in Rockford, IL is seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee shift transitions, set daily priorities, and ensure smooth cross-team communication.

You will drive performance monitoring, quality assurance, and coaching while managing escalations and workforce planning to maintain operational efficiency. The role emphasizes leadership, problem-solving, and adherence to ITAR/EAR regulations in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Leadership and team development experience.
• Strong communication across all levels.
• Ability to monitor safety, quality and delivery metrics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee shift transitions and set daily priorities.
• Monitor performance, quality, and delivery metrics; address deviations.
• Coach and develop team members; manage escalations and escalations (ANDON).
• Handle workforce planning, time-off approvals, and training records.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Quality assurance

Performance metrics

Gemba walks

Administrative skills

Workforce planning

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Woodward, Inc. in Rockford, IL is seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee shift transitions, set daily priorities, and ensure smooth cross-team communication.

You will drive performance monitoring, quality assurance, and coaching while managing escalations and workforce planning to maintain operational efficiency. The role emphasizes leadership, problem-solving, and adherence to ITAR/EAR regulations in a manufacturing setting.