Operations Supervisor

SMG Box Company LLC; Huntley (IL); Presencial; USD 65 000 - 92 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

DIA Packaging in Huntley, IL is seeking an experienced Operations Supervisor to lead daily floor operations, drive production efficiency, and uphold safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate combines hands-on mechanical aptitude with Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S experience to reduce waste, shorten cycle times, and mentor frontline staff toward operational excellence. Collaboration with Quality, Maintenance and Supply Chain is essential.

Qualificações

• Proven floor-level operations management in manufacturing or production.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with industrial machinery knowledge.
• Experience in waste reduction and cycle time improvement.
• Hands-on with Lean, Six Sigma, 5S or similar CI methods.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Decisive in fast-paced environments with strong time management.
• Ability to collaborate across Quality, Maintenance and Supply Chain.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and manage daily floor operations to ensure efficiency, productivity and quality.
• Monitor production metrics and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Implement waste reduction, cycle time reduction and cost efficiency strategies.
• Apply mechanical knowledge to support equipment troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma or CI methods.
• Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance and Supply Chain to hit production goals.
• Enforce adherence to safety protocols, policies and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor and develop supervisors and frontline staff for growth and performance.
• Maintain documentation and reporting of key operational data and improvements.

Conhecimentos

floor-level operations

mechanical aptitude

waste reduction

cycle time improvement

continuous improvement

leadership

problem-solving

communication

decision-making

time management

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in operations management

Engineering/Industrial Technology background

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Description

Job Title: Operations Supervisor
Location: Huntley, IL
Company: DIA Packaging
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Operations Supervisor to join our team in Huntley, IL. The ideal candidate will bring direct floor operations experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and a proven track record of driving efficiency through waste reduction, cycle time improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives. This is a leadership role focused on optimizing production performance and supporting a culture of operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage daily floor operations to ensure efficient workflow, productivity, and quality standards.
• Monitor key production metrics and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Implement strategies for waste reduction, cycle time reduction, and overall cost efficiency.
• Apply mechanical knowledge to support equipment troubleshooting and maintenance collaboration.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or other proven methodologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments including Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to achieve production goals.
• Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols, company policies, and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor and develop supervisors and frontline staff to support professional growth and team performance.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting of key operational data and improvements.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience in floor-level operations management in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with industrial machinery and equipment.
• Demonstrated success in waste reduction and cycle time improvement.
• Hands-on experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, etc.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in operations management, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Experience in packaging, manufacturing, or other industrial sectors.
• Certifications in Lean, Six Sigma, or related process improvement disciplines are a plus.

Requirements

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience in floor-level operations management in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with industrial machinery and equipment.
• Demonstrated success in waste reduction and cycle time improvement.
• Hands-on experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, etc.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.