Operations Supervisor (2nd Shift) LPC Manufacturing

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 is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities, creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Estimated annual base pay: $85,000.00 (minimum) - $110,000.00 (midpoint) - $136,000.00 (maximum) All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity 401(k) match (4.5%) Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%) Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members 12 paid holidays Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave. Paid parental leave. Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits. Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life Member referral bonus Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Are you ready to make your mark? Are you someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and loves being the go-to person for keeping things running smoothly? As an Operations Supervisor, you'll play a key role in overseeing shift transitions, setting daily priorities, and making sure communication flows seamlessly across the team. You'll be the driving force behind performance monitoring, quality assurance, and team coaching—all while managing escalations and workforce responsibilities to keep operations efficient and on track.

Key Responsibilities:

• Shift Management and Coordination: Oversee shift transitions by reviewing prior shift pass down notes to address any escalations or risks related to members, methods, materials, and machinery. Set daily priorities by identifying and communicating priority work orders and addressing immediate issues. Ensure effective communication with team leads regarding call-offs, vacations, and aligning the team with daily objectives.
• Performance Monitoring and Quality Assurance: Track safety, quality, and delivery metrics by monitoring daily build rates, turnaround times, and production goals, taking necessary actions to address deviations. Support quality systems by reviewing and processing non-conformance reports, quality notifications, and corrective actions. Conduct regular Gemba walks at start, post-lunch, and end of shifts to monitor the value stream's health, ensure materials and machinery are in place, and verify adherence to safety protocols.
• Team Development and Support: Provide leadership and coaching by recognizing team contributions, guiding performance and attendance, and supporting professional development and level progression readiness. Hold regular one-on-one meetings with team members to discuss progress towards performance goals, readiness for progression, and address concerns. Address team member needs by following up on requests and ensuring their concerns are promptly managed.
• Escalation and Issue Resolution: Manage escalations by ensuring no ANDON signals are left unaddressed and that assigned issues are actively worked on or resolved and communication back to the team. Resolve issues promptly by acting on escalations as required, maintaining continuous operation, and communicating the status of these issues during shift pass downs.
• Administrative and Workforce Management: Handle workforce duties by reviewing and approving or denying time off requests, completing correction requests, and reviewing errors affecting operations. Assess and communicate overtime needs by reviewing performance metrics and work in progress, determining overtime requirements, and informing team members of the plan. Manage staffing needs by updating training records, assessing staffing requirements, conducting interviews, managing certifications, and planning capacity to ensure the team has the necessary skills and depth to meet operational demands.

Key Skills:

• Leadership and Team Management: Ability to lead, coach, and develop team members, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Effective Communication: Clear and concise communication with team members, team leads, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and smooth operations.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to quickly identify, address, and resolve issues related to operations, including escalations and ANDON signals.
• Time Management: Efficiently manage and prioritize tasks, including shift transitions, daily priorities, and workforce duties.
• Quality Assurance: Knowledge of quality systems and processes, with the ability to review and process non-conformance reports and corrective actions.
• Performance Monitoring: Ability to track and analyze key performance metrics related to safety, quality, and delivery, and take necessary actions to meet goals.
• Gemba Walks: Proficiency in conducting Gemba walks to monitor the health of the value stream, ensure materials and machinery are in place, and verify adherence to safety protocols.
• Administrative Skills: Competence in handling administrative tasks such as reviewing time off requests, completing correction requests, reviewing and approving timecards, disciplinary action and managing training records.
• Workforce Planning: Skill in assessing staffing needs, conducting interviews, managing certifications, and planning for capacity to ensure optimal team performance.
• Attention to Detail: Keen attention to detail to ensure all aspects of operations, from shift pass downs to quality actions, are meticulously managed and documented.

What We Are Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• Team Lead or previous leadership experience is preferred
• Previous or current experience in machine operations is highly desired
• This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
• All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce.
• The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

Special Proces

What does it mean to be part of Woodward? It means contributing to what matters most in your career, in your community and around the world. It means being a part of rewarding experiences, where innovation, collaboration and problem-solving are at the heart of what we do.

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Together with our customers, we are enabling the path to a cleaner, decarbonized world. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world’s harshest environments. At Woodward we have created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. We are a global team of curious, innovative problem-solvers who commit our knowledge, resources and technical expertise to the challenges associated with reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources and increasing efficiency, always innovating for a better future. Woodward is working with our customers to solve some of the world’s biggest energy challenges. This important work needs more than just the brightest technical minds. It requires talented and committed manufacturing professionals, accountants, supply chain managers, human resources experts, information technology specialists and many more. We are looking for dedicated people who want to learn and grow in a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and inclusion.