Operations Supervisor III

WWL Vehicle Services Americas, Inc.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Training opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Wallenius Wilhelmsen in Lafayette, IN is seeking an Operations Supervisor (PDI) for 2nd shift (4:30pm–1am) to lead a skilled hourly team in the Vehicle Processing Center. You will drive safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement, manage performance, and build strong relationships with OEMs.

This role requires 3–5 years of supervision, knowledge of SOP/MRP/TQM/JIT/Kaizen/5S, and hands-on experience with automotive assembly.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years first-line supervisory roles with focus on employee relations.
• Experience with SOP, MRP, TQM, JIT, Kaizen, 5S, and visual factory management.
• Experience in assembly line operations, automotive/mechanical applications.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office and database navigation.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate manual and automatic transmissions.
• Physical ability: lift up to 30 lbs and endure standing/walking for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead Operations: Oversee Vehicle Processing Center for safety and efficiency.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: implement process enhancements.
• Drive Performance Management: meet targets with safety focus.
• Mentor a Team: manage hourly workers to deliver quality operations.
• Partnerships: build relationships with key stakeholders and OEMs.

Skills

Leadership

Employee relations

Safety focus

Mentoring

Performance management

Tools

SOP

MRP

TQM

JIT

Kaizen

5S

Visual management

Job description

Operations Supervisor ( PDI) 2nd shift 4:30pm-1am

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As Operations Supervisor, your ability to inspire and guide your team is matched only by your commitment to safety and efficiency. In this role, you will be responsible for

• Leading Operations: Oversee our Vehicle Processing Center, ensuring efficiency and safety in all operations.
• Focus on Continuous Improvement: Drive process enhancements that lead to operational excellence.
• Drive Performance Management: Meet and exceed performance targets while fostering a culture of safety and cost-effectiveness.
• Mentoring a Team: Lead and manage a team of skilled hourly workers to deliver quality, efficient, and profitable operations, driving synergies and operational efficiencies across all operations.
• Partnerships: Create and manage healthy, effective relationships with key stakeholders and original equipment manufacturers.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• 3-5 years first line supervisory roles with a strong focus on employee relations.
• Familiarity with SOP, MRP, TQM, JIT, Kaizen, 5S, and visual factory management.
• Experience in assembly line operations, with emphasis on automotive or mechanical applications.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office and database navigation.
• A valid driver’s license and ability to operate manual and automatic transmissions.
• Physical ability:
  • work in confined spaced and at times adverse weather conditions (rain, heat, cold, etc.)
  • lift, carry, and hold items up to 30 lbs
  • walk or stand for long periods while occasionally needing to bend, stoop, or climb steep ladders

WHEN YOU JOIN US

• Choose from a range of low-cost health insurance options to support your well-being including medical, dental and vision
• Secure your financial future with an industry-leading company-matching 401(k) plan
• Company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Explore career development with access to on-the-job training
• Access to exclusive discounts on attractions, automotive, travel and more!

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental conditions vary by location, including indoor and outdoor settings. Employees may encounter extreme temperatures, wetness, wind, fumes, dust particles and drafts. Safety is our top priority, and we are dedicated to fostering a safety-first environment, ensuring all precautions are taken to protect our team in every working condition. Must be willing to work any shift with the ability to work extended hours and weekends, if required.

ABOUT US

Wallenius Wilhelmsen is the global leader in integrated vehicle transportation and logistics, supporting our customers across their supply chain, all the way from the factory to the end-customer. Our ambition is to lead the way in transforming shipping and logistics. We transport and handle cars, tractors, trains, windmills, or even whole factories for some of the most well-known companies in the world. Our eyes will always be on delivering supreme quality in everything we do, while moving towards zero-emission logistics. We are powered by nearly 9,500+ people, working on vessels and at ports, at vehicle and equipment processing centers in 28 countries. Together, we are building resilient, connected, data-driven, decarbonized solutions fit for the future.

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

We are a global group of people from diverse backgrounds and lifestyles. Wallenius Wilhelmsen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workplace where all contributors feel they can bring their best selves every day, learn from each other, and be appreciated. Our journey towards sustainable and integrated logistics compels us to attract people with diverse experiences, skills, and abilities.

WHO We Are

At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, you'll join a global leader in shipping and logistics with more than 9,000 colleagues across 28 countries. Together, we help move vehicles, equipment, and goods around the world through innovative and sustainable solutions. Our ambition is to lead the way in transforming shipping and logistics. Our success is built on our people. Rooted in a strong safety culture and guided by our values – We Care, We Challenge, We Commit – we create an environment where people can grow, contribute, and perform at their best. As a global company listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange, we offer international opportunities within a collaborative and values-driven culture.

OUR Commitment to Equal Opportunities and an Inclusive Workplace

At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, our people are fundamental to our success. We believe in the power of bringing people together and value the unique experiences, skills, and perspectives every individual brings. These differences strengthen our ability to support our customers, drive innovation, and succeed as a global organisation. By fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute, we create better outcomes for our people, our customers, and our business. By joining WalWil, you are not just taking on a role. You are joining a global team of over 9,000 people across 28 countries, where you can play a part in shaping shipping and logistics to be cleaner, smarter, and better for future generations. We believe careers grow through purpose, learning, and collaboration. Here, you will have opportunities to develop your skills, work with experienced colleagues, and contribute to meaningful work that supports customers and communities around the world. If you are motivated to learn, make an impact, and be part of a global team, WalWil could be the place for you.

For more than 150 years, Wallenius Wilhelmsen has connected people, businesses, and markets across the world. What began as a mission to move goods and enable trade has evolved into a global shipping and logistics company focused on innovation, operational excellence, and a more sustainable future. But our story is defined as much by our people as by our business. Guided by our values—We Care, We Challenge, and We Commit—we foster a culture where people are empowered to grow, speak up and make a meaningful impact. Behind every achievement is the dedication, expertise, and collaboration of our teams. Across 28 countries, colleagues come together with diverse perspectives and a shared purpose: creating value for our customers, communities, and one another. It is this spirit that makes WalWil not only a leader in our industry, but also a place where people can build rewarding careers and contribute to something bigger than themselves.