Supervisor, Operations

Allison Transmission; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Allison Transmission as a Supervisor of Operations, leading a medium to large group in plant production. The role involves utilizing Lean Manufacturing techniques to enhance performance, managing personnel effectively, and ensuring a safe work environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and analytical skills.

Benefits

Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage

Employer HSA contribution

401K with generous company match

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition assistance program

Qualifications

• Required: Associate Degree or equivalent experience.
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a team in plant production operations.
• Utilizes Lean Manufacturing techniques to improve metrics.
• Manages personnel and ensures compliance with company policies.

Skills

Communication

Analytical ability

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft programs

Job description

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JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS

Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.

JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS

Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.

What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we’re driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide.

Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!

Benefits:

The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion.

• Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
• Employer HSA contribution
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
• 401K with generous Company match & contribution
• Accrued Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 8 hours paid volunteer time per year
• Robust employee wellness program
• Tuition assistance program & Dependent scholarship program
• On-site blood drives
• Voluntary employee groups open to all who wish to participate, including: Global Women’s Network, Emerging Professionals ERG, Multicultural ERG, Veterans ERG, Toastmasters Club, and more.
  
  

Job Description:

Primary Purpose of Role:

Responsible for the supervision of a medium to large group of employees involved in plant production operations. Utilize Lean Manufacturing and Total Productive Maintenance techniques to continually improve the operational metrics of the area. Work is generally of a technical nature with the ability to make decisions within the limits of general standards and practices; and involves using initiative in decision making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Meets production cost, schedules, and quality requirements through the utilization of established manufacturing processes and methods.
• Responsible for updating daily / monthly metrics through data entry and updates made to shopfloor performance boards.
• Regularly communicate with direct management and peers of updates regarding people, quality, cost, responsiveness, and safety in assigned area.
• Conducts daily handover with peer supervisor, ensuring a smooth transition between shifts.
• Facilitates floor operations and removes barriers for employees to meet measurable objectives.
• Manages personnel, material, and equipment safely and effectively.
• Responsible for training, performance management, coaching, disciplinary, timekeeping/payroll, resource management, and overtime management for employees in assigned area.
• Implements and maintains Operational Excellence initiatives.
• Complies with the terms of the labor agreement, including managing 1st step grievance procedures.
• Complies with and implements company policy.
• Willing to work any shift assigned.
  
  

Key Performance Measures:

• Safety
• People
• Quality
• Responsiveness/Productivity
• Cost
  
  

Qualifications:

Required:

• Associate Degree and/or equivalent experience required
  
  

Preferred:

• Bachelors Degree
  
  

Experience:

Required:

• 0-2 years’ prior supervisory experience
• 1+ years’ experience in manufacturing / logistics environment.
  
  

Preferred:

• 3+ years’ Supervisory experience in manufacturing / logistics environment.
• Experience working in Union environment
  
  

Required:

Competencies and Behaviors:

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Ability to accurately track inventory levels.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic technology of area where assigned.
• Knowledge of scheduling and other management systems.
• Analytical ability for solving complex problems.
• Interpersonal skills to work effectively with others, motivate employees and elicit work output.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental practices.
• Knowledge of quality control procedures.
• Advanced computer skills. (Microsoft programs)
• Ability to adapt to changes in responsibility based on business needs.
  
  

Scope Factors:

• First level supervisor: Responsible for daily supervision of assigned team.
• Supervises team of hourly/support employees
• Frequently interacts with direct leadership, peers and direct reports within the same function.
• Full-time supervisory level responsible for an assigned work group
• Supervises a group that typically consists of support level or production team with similar or varied skills.
• Decisions are guided by policies, procedures, and business plan; receives guidance and oversight from manager or senior supervisors.
• Work directly impacts the daily operations of their assigned work group.
  
  

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at [e-mail].

Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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