Manufacturing Supervisor

Role summary / purpose The Manufacturing Supervisor will lead the daily execution of manufacturing activities in a low volume, high complexity environment. They are responsible for achieving KPIs and integrating continuous improvement culture. The Supervisor will function as the point of contact for manufacturing activities and work cross-functionally across a project-based structure, with the ability to lead change within the organization. Key responsibilities • Assure the optimization of resources and the safety of people in their perimeter of responsibility • Manage manufacturing to reach targets for delivery time, quality assurance, cost containment, efficiency, productivity, energy conservation, waste minimization, and operational excellence • Assure personal and team involvement in continuous improvement, identifying and addressing areas of improvement, stimulating suggestions through participation in Kaizen activities, and developing adequate WCM competences • Develop operator skills to support their evaluation; define training needs, assign to different activities, and assure consistent professional development aligned with workload and flexibility needs • Work with Plant Manufacturing Engineering and Logistics teams to solve technical problems in a rapid yet methodical manner, with the ability to communicate and present results to all levels of management • Other duties as required Requirements – education & experience • Minimum of a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a manufacturing supervisor or team leader • Demonstrated continuous improvement strategies • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Nice-to-have / preferred skills • Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field • 5 years of experience as a manufacturing supervisor or team leader • Machine tooling or body welding assembly experience • Experience working with a union workforce • Experience with WCM or a similar continuous improvement culture Employment details – type, location, hours Flexibility to work any shift, which includes hours between 6:00 AM and 1:00 AM