Operations Supervisor (2nd Shift) LPC Manufacturing

Woodward; Rockford, Loves Park (IL, IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Parental leave

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Woodward is hiring an Operations Supervisor in Rockford, IL to oversee shift transitions, set daily priorities, and drive efficient operations. You will monitor performance, ensure safety and quality, and coach a growing team while managing escalations and workforce needs.

The role requires strong leadership and communication skills to maintain smooth production flows, meet tight deadlines, and uphold Woodward's high standards. A dynamic, fast-paced environment awaits a proactive leader.

Qualifications

• Experience leading manufacturing operations teams.
• Ability to monitor performance metrics and coach staff.
• Strong communication and scheduling skills.

Responsibilities

• Shift Management and Coordination: Oversee shift transitions, set daily priorities, and ensure effective communication across team leads.
• Performance Monitoring and Quality Assurance: Track safety, quality, and delivery metrics and drive improvements.
• Team Development and Support: Coach team members, conduct regular one-on-one meetings, and support career progression.
• Escalation and Issue Resolution: Manage escalations, ensure prompt action, and communicate status during shifts.
• Administrative and Workforce Management: Review time-off requests, overtime needs, and staffing requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Effective communication

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. If you're ready to lead with purpose and make an impact, we want to hear from you!

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