Operations Supervisor

Talent Harbor; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime eligible

Job summary

Talent Harbor is seeking an autonomous Operations Supervisor for the Spokane plant floor, responsible for machine utilization, inventory control, and back-office logistics. This role is hands-on, visible on the floor, and focuses on safety, efficiency, and timely delivery.

You will lead 10–20 hourly workers, drive 5S/Lean workflows, maintain material traceability with a modern ERP and barcoding system, and ensure regulatory compliance while improving throughput and reducing scrap.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of frontline supervisory experience on industrial floor.
• Experience operating/maintaining forklifts and production machinery.
• Proficient with ERP inventory tracking and handheld scanners.
• Leads from the front, willing to operate equipment when needed.
• Proven 5S/Lean process improvements to upgrade layouts.
• Steady employment history with reliability and growth

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach an on-site crew of 10–20 operators and specialists.
• Monitor roll-forming, fabrication, and processing lines to maximize uptime.
• Maintain material traceability and inventory accuracy using ERP and barcoding.
• Manage preventive maintenance and safe operation of machinery.
• Implement 5S/6S and SOPs to reduce scrap and bottlenecks.
• Ensure OSHA and safety regulatory compliance for the team.

Skills

Frontline leadership

ERP & digital scanning

Safety compliance

Hands-on leadership

Process improvement

Job description

Operations Supervisor (Manufacturing & Production)

About the Company

Our client is a premier, stable national manufacturer and distributor specializing in high-performance structural building materials and architectural metal systems. Operating a national network of regional facilities, this organization blends heavy industrial manufacturing with localized distribution hubs.

About the Role

We are seeking an autonomous, impact-driven Operations Supervisor to take complete ownership of the Spokane plant floor, machine utilization, and back-office logistics. This role represents the highest level of local operational leadership at the Spokane facility, reporting directly to the regional General Manager. This is not a desk job—we are looking for a visible, floor-first supervisor who steps onto a plant layout and immediately identifies how to apply 5S and Lean workflows to make the operation safer, faster, and more efficient.

Responsibilities

• Own the Production Floor: Directly lead, mentor, and coach an on-site crew of 10 to 20 hourly warehouse operators and machinery specialists, managing daily shift schedules, overtime allocations, and floor culture.
• Drive Manufacturing Throughput: Monitor daily roll-forming, metal fabrication, and material processing lines to maintain optimal machine uptime and meet tight delivery schedules.
• Master Floor Metrics & Inventory: Maintain material traceability and inventory tracking accuracy using a modern, cloud-based ERP framework alongside electronic barcoding and digital scanning workflows.
• Oversee Assets & Machinery: Manage preventive maintenance routines and safe operational parameters for raw material processing equipment, roll-forming tools, and industrial forklifts.
• Process Optimization (5S/Lean): Implement and sustain structured organizational practices (5S/6S) and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to reduce scrap, eliminate bottlenecks, and streamline order fulfillment workflows.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure full team adherence to local, state, and federal safety regulations (OSHA), driving a proactive, incident-free work environment.

Qualifications

• Frontline Leadership: 3 to 5+ years of supervisory or shift lead experience directly on an industrial manufacturing, fabrication, or heavy production floor.
• Technical Equipment Proficiency: High mechanical aptitude and comfort working in a heavy machinery environment. Direct experience operating or maintaining material handling equipment (sit-down/stand-up forklifts) and production machinery.
• ERP & Digital Scanning Discipline: High proficiency with modern ERP inventory tracking tools and hands-on experience utilizing electronic barcoding and handheld scanning devices.
• Hands-On Leadership Style: A leader who leads from the front—fully willing to jump on a forklift, operate machinery, or assist with material staging when the team faces tight delivery deadlines.
• Proven Track Record of Impact: Ability to demonstrate past success in implementing 5S or structured process changes to upgrade underperforming crews or unorganized facility layouts.
• Career Stability: A steady employment record showcasing professional growth, reliability, and long-term commitment.

Required Skills

• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Proficiency in manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Experience with ERP systems and inventory management.
• Commitment to safety and compliance standards.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in implementing Lean manufacturing principles.
• Ability to analyze and improve operational workflows.

Pay range and compensation package

Compensation: $31.25 – $36.06 / hour (Estimated $65,000 – $75,000 base annualized, dependent on experience) + Overtime Eligible.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.