Operations Supervisor (1st Shift)

Integr8staff; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency seeks an Operations Supervisor in Gardena, CA, to oversee manufacturing processes and ensure objectives are met. The ideal candidate will have a degree, supervisory experience, and a strong background in manufacturing, preferably in aerospace or defense. This full-time role requires effective team management and a commitment to quality and continuous improvement. Salary is between $90k and $125k, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in aerospace or defense.
• Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Manage production schedules to meet throughput targets.
• Coordinate activities to maximize productivity while minimizing costs.
• Effectively train employees on production procedures.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Supervisory experience

Performance management skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

B.S. or B.A. Degree

Mechanical Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Access

MS Outlook

QAD

Job description

Job Title – Operations Supervisor (Engineering Degree Preferred)

Company Location – Gardena, CA

On-site, Full Time, Direct Hire

Salary Range; $90k-125k, DOE + bonuses

Job Summary of the Operations Supervisor position

Integr8staff seeks an ambitious and skilled Manufacturing Operations Supervisor with a manufacturing engineer background preferably in aerospace and defense to ensure throughput targets are met in a safe, timely, quality, cost efficient and productive manner. The Manufacturing Operations Supervisor oversees production schedules to fill orders; is accountable for the achievement of area performance objectives, product quality and variable costs; ensures employees are accurately trained, assigned specific duties, coached, disciplined, and rewarded; and always optimizes equipment availability, cycle times, and overall continual improvement.

Responsibilities of the Operations Supervisor position

• Direct, manage and coordinate all activities related to the area to maximize productivity and minimize cost while achieving safety, quality and throughput targets.
• Review and plan for daily/ weekly/ quarterly labor, equipment, and supply requirements to achieve the departmental throughput while meeting and exceeding the productivity targets.
• Ensure all production data is gathered and reported correctly daily.
• Ensure employees are trained in production procedures and practices.
• Execute supervisory responsibilities including interviewing, hiring & training employees; planning, assigning & directing work; evaluating and appraising individual performance; rewarding & disciplining employees; addressing complaints & resolving problems.
• Review variable costs, productivity, earned standard hours and throughput daily and implement effective corrective actions when targets are not achieved.
• Manage the activities of employees on continuous improvement projects.
• Support and improve upon quality initiatives designed to meet plant goals.
• Manage preventative maintenance performed by production employees.
• Provide manufacturing expertise if problems arise.
• Stay abreast of technological advancements, improvements, which may impact production.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements of the Operations Supervisor position

• B.S. or B.A. Degree required.
• Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering Degrees highly preferred.
• 4+ years Manufacturing experience (aerospace, defense, forging, machining preferred).
• Supervisory experience leading teams to meet and exceed production goals.
• Process improvement experience is desirable (Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing).
• Performance management skills.
• Analytical skills; personal accountability with strong organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with all levels of organization, especially with direct employees.
• Solid, overall business acumen and a strong mindset for continuous improvement.
• Intermediate use of MS Word, Excel, Access, Outlook and QAD; other productivity tools.

Quality focused & production driven.

Updated resume is required for consideration. Only Local candidates will be considered- Position does not offer relocation or visa sponsorship.