Operations Supervisor

Kem Krest; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus Program

Free On-site Clinics & Prescriptions

401K Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous PTO & Holiday

Job summary

Kem Krest is seeking an Operations Supervisor in Phoenix to oversee daily fulfillment, manufacturing, or packaging operations. You will lead teams, drive safety, quality, and productivity, and coordinate scheduling and resource allocation.

The role is ideal for a first-time or early-career people leader with strong coaching and communication skills and a focus on inclusive culture. Kem Krest offers an annual bonus program, on-site clinics, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Education: High School or better.
• College degree required; if no college degree, 7+ years of relevant, equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations in fulfillment, manufacturing, or packaging areas to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality execution.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Coordinate shift schedules, material flow, and task assignments to support operational priorities.
• Proactively identify and support resolution of operational issues, escalating as needed.
• Plan and communicate daily and weekly priorities under minimal supervision.
• Deliver functional KPIs through individual and team performance.
• Plan, assign, and oversee tactical completion of work aligned with functional objectives.
• Coach, develop, and evaluate employee performance through ongoing feedback and formal performance reviews.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and training to ensure employees have the skills required to perform their roles.
• Create an inclusive, empowered, and supportive team culture that drives engagement and productivity.
• Collaborate with peer supervisors across departments to support cross-functional execution and enterprise goals.
• Execute low-complexity initiatives, ensuring timelines, milestones, and resource plans are met.
• Follow and model all Quality Management System, Safety, and customer-specific requirements.

Skills

Communication

Coaching

Team leadership

Safety

Quality

Productivity

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Employee development

Cost awareness

Education

High School or better

College degree required or 7+ years equivalent

Job description

At Kem Krest, we are more than a supply chain solutions provider—we are a trusted partner to some of the world’s leading automotive, heavy-duty, and powersports OEMs. As a certified minority-owned business, we deliver customized services in packaging, logistics, and compliance with a focus on innovation, quality, and customer success.

With a global network, high-touch service, and a relentless commitment to quality, Kem Krest is the go-to partner for companies seeking to streamline operations, reduce costs, and accelerate growth. Join us and be part of a team that’s passionate about making supply chains smarter, and partnerships stronger.

We are seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee daily operations within fulfillment, manufacturing, or packaging environments. This role is ideal for a first-time or early-career people leader who is passionate about developing teams, driving operational performance, and ensuring safety, quality, and productivity standards are met.

The Operations Supervisor plays a critical role in coordinating people, processes, and resources to support efficient operations while fostering a strong, inclusive team culture.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations in fulfillment, manufacturing, or packaging areas to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality execution.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Coordinate shift schedules, material flow, and task assignments to support operational priorities.
• Proactively identify and support resolution of operational issues, escalating as needed.
• Plan and communicate daily and weekly priorities under minimal supervision.
• Deliver functional KPIs through individual and team performance.
• Plan, assign, and oversee tactical completion of work aligned with functional objectives.
• Coach, develop, and evaluate employee performance through ongoing feedback and formal performance reviews.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and training to ensure employees have the skills required to perform their roles.
• Create an inclusive, empowered, and supportive team culture that drives engagement and productivity.
• Collaborate with peer supervisors across departments to support cross-functional execution and enterprise goals.
• Execute low-complexity initiatives, ensuring timelines, milestones, and resource plans are met.
• Follow and model all Quality Management System, Safety, and customer-specific requirements.

Your Contributions:

• Education: College degree required; if no college degree, 7+ years of relevant, equivalent experience required.
• Experience: 5+ years of functional experience in operations, manufacturing, fulfillment, or packaging
• 0–2 years of people management experience
• Ability to manage and develop hourly employees
• Strong communication, coaching, and team leadership skills
• Understanding of safety, quality, and productivity standards
• Developing financial acumen and understanding of operational cost drivers
• Problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis and troubleshooting
• Ability to work effectively in a regulated environment and follow established procedures
• Strong collaboration and conflict-resolution skills

Why Kem Krest?

• Annual Bonus Program
• Free On-site Clinics & Prescriptions
• 401K Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous PTO & Holiday

Travel Required

No .

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Required

College degree or 7+ years of relevant equivalent experience required.

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