Production Supervisor/Manager [Management Consultant]

Society for Conservation Biology; Schiller Park (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Production Supervisor/Manager to drive transformational change in conservation science. This full-time role involves extensive domestic travel and focuses on coaching and improving frontline management. Candidates should possess strong leadership and problem-solving skills, along with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, encouraging internal growth and development.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

100% medical premiums for employees

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Short & Long Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Two weeks paid vacation

Paid year-end holiday closure

Qualifications

• 4+ years of proven direct supervision and management experience.
• Ability to manage conflict and facilitate problem-solving.
• Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute client's goals and objectives through coaching.
• Address issues and provide feedback to frontline supervisors.
• Increase employee engagement and facilitate workshops.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Analytical

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Bachelor's Degree in Management

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Production Supervisor/Manager [Management Consultant]

Employer: DeWolff, Boberg & Associates

Location: Schiller Park, Illinois, US

Salary: Competitive

Closing date: May 13, 2025

Sector: Consultancy/Private Sector

Field: Conservation science

Discipline: Biology

Salary Type: Salary

Employment Type: Full time

This position requires 100% domestic travel – fly out Sunday, fly home Friday, year-round.

Role Overview:

We focus on implementation and transformational change, delivering value by:

1. Executing the client's goals, objectives, and processes through frontline coaching.
2. Working side by side with the frontline daily to change management behaviors.
3. Understanding client resource utilization to identify operational and performance improvement opportunities.
4. Building and fostering client communication and relationships.
5. Addressing issues and providing appropriate feedback.
6. Holding and increasing frontline accountability for actions, roles, and responsibilities.
7. Assisting in developing frontline supervisors to become proactive in management.
8. Increasing employee engagement and facilitating workshops.
9. Understanding and delivering appropriate metrics and data to all levels of management.
10. Unlocking ideas for improvement.
11. Implementing a proven management operating system.
12. Giving frontline supervisors and employees a voice.
13. Removing barriers and creating support from middle and senior management.
14. Changing cultures for long-lasting results.

Professional Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of proven direct supervision and management experience, preferably in Production & Manufacturing industries.
• Ability to manage conflict, build consensus, and facilitate problem-solving among cross-functional teams.
• Capacity to balance results delivery, problem-solving, and client management.
• Develop high professional credibility across all organizational levels and with external clients.
• Strong observational, analytical, numerical reasoning, business acumen, and leadership skills.
• Ability to adapt to fast-paced, high-pressure, and changing environments.
• Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Proven ability to succeed in team environments with constructive feedback.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite.

Benefits:

• Competitive benefits package with two plan options covering 100% of medical premiums for employees.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term Disability Insurance, FSA, 401(k).
• Two weeks paid vacation, one week paid PTO, and paid year-end holiday closure.

Advancement Opportunities:

At DB&A, our people are our greatest asset. We promote internal growth and development, allowing individuals to advance based on performance and contributions. The career tracks include a three-tier Consultant path and a Project Manager track, with opportunities to progress to Chief of Operations or Shareholder. Our team is composed of highly committed professionals passionate about building rewarding careers.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a discrimination and harassment-free workplace, providing a fair and inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.