Operations Supervisor - The Toro Company

The Toro Company; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 63,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The Toro Company in Wisconsin is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead a team in a highly transactional setting and ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. The role focuses on driving excellence through strong leadership and continuous improvement initiatives.

You will oversee daily operations, coordinate with site leadership, and implement effective processes to meet business objectives while fostering a culture of accountability and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in operations manufacturing or distribution for Supervisor I.
• 3+ years in operations manufacturing or distribution with 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage daily work assignments and schedules to meet productivity and drive business results.
• Monitor production activity, identify process issues, troubleshoot causes, and develop solutions.
• Work closely with site leadership and other supervisors to establish clear processes in alignment with business objectives.
• Ensure adherence to TTC standards, procedures, policies, and government regulations, quality, and compliance.
• Prioritize safety protocols and promote a proactive safety mindset in daily operations.
• Communicate clear expectations, goals, and accomplishments to the team, tying efforts to quality standards and regulations.
• Support quality and continuous improvement initiatives by advocating for improvements with the team.
• Promote a culture of trust and accountability through honesty, integrity, and ethical behavior.
• Engage team members' development and collaboration toward common goals, taking ownership of performance.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Lean / continuous improvement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Kronos

Workday

Job description

Operations Supervisor At The Toro Company

This position supervises operations staff characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes, in a limited area of the operations. The Operations Supervisor position is a pivotal role expected to steer our operations towards excellence. Responsible for overseeing a range of critical functions, this position ensures strict adherence to safety, regulatory, and quality standards, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

The role demands a leader who can effectively manage people and processes, driving team performance and business results through inspirational leadership and effective communication.

Salary Range: $63,300 - $79,100 (based on experience)

What Will You Do?

• Effectively manage daily work assignments and schedules to meet productivity and drive business results.


• Monitor production activity, identify process issues, troubleshoot causes, and develop short- and long-term solutions as merited.


• Work closely with site leadership and other supervisors to establish clear processes in alignment


• with business objectives.


• Ensure adherence to TTC standards, procedures, policies, and government regulations, quality, and compliance.


• Prioritize adherence to safety protocols encouraging a proactive mindset towards safety in daily operations and decision-making.


• Communicate clear expectations, goals, and accomplishments to the team, tying efforts to TTC quality standards, safety protocols, and government regulations.


• Support quality and continuous improvement initiatives by advocating for and implementing where merited the improvements with the team.


• Promote a culture of trust and accountability by demonstrating honesty, integrity, clear communications and ethical behaviors.


• Engage and support team members' development and collaboration toward common goals, while taking ownership of team performance to drive business success.


• Other tasks and duties as assigned.

What Do You Need?

• High School Diploma or /GED equivalent required. Bachelor's degree preferred.


• Level determined by years of experience:




• Operations Supervisor I: Minimum of 2 years of experience in operations manufacturing or distribution environment.


• Operations Supervisor II: Minimum of 3 years of experience in operations manufacturing or distribution environment and a minimum of 2 years of experience in supervisory role experience.




• Basic understanding of the supervisory principles to include problem-solving and conflict resolution.


• Effective verbal and written and interpersonal communication skills.


• Ability to work effectively with a diverse team.


• Organizational and time management skills.


• Proficient software application skills; preferred Microsoft Office Suite, SAP, Kronos, Workday.


• Ability to understand and follow safety protocols and regulations.


• Strong organizational and planning abilities


• Experience in process improvement; LEAN or continuous improvement certification preferred.


• Ability to meet required goals and adapt to changing demands in a fast-paced environment.

Key Supervisor Competencies

• Inspire Trust: Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and ethical behavior in all interactions.


• Engage People: Express genuine interest in people and their development.


• Enable Teams: Motivate individuals to work together as a team towards a common goal.


• Be Accountable: Act like an owner in terms of how performance impacts the business.


• Communicate with Impact: Give others clarity about their work and why it matters.

Other Job-Related Components

• Ability to walk and stand throughout working hours, up to 10 hours.


• Manufacturing / industrial setting with moving equipment and varying lighting, temperature, and noise levels


• Typical office environment as it pertains to lighting, temperature, and noise level when in administrative/operations offices.


• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse, and other simple tools found in common industrial and office areas.

The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.