Operations Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Lead daily execution of production activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency targets
• Supervise, coach, and evaluate Team Leads and Operators
• Ensure adherence to daily build schedules and takt time
• Monitor performance against key metrics including output, defects, and downtime
• Coordinate with Planning, Materials, Quality, and Maintenance departments
• Enforce safety protocols, 5S practices, and standard work
• Support onboarding, cross-training, and upskilling of team members
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or related degree (or 5 years additional experience in lieu of degree)
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• 1+ years in a formal or informal leadership role
• Experience with takt time, standard work, visual management, and daily tier meetings
• Proficiency in ERP, Excel, and production dashboards
• Strong people leadership and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in coaching and performance management
• Proficiency in Root Cause Analysis (5 Whys, fishbone, etc.)
• Conflict resolution and feedback skills
• Understanding of Lean, 5S, and visual factory principles
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced production environment

About the Company

IEM builds innovative electrical distribution systems and delivers world-class solutions for complex power needs. With 75 years of experience, they focus on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward.