About the Opportunity
Creative Business Innovations is seeking an experienced Operations Supervisor for a leading Tier 1 Honda Supplier. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations, ensuring a safe and efficient production environment, and leading teams to achieve quality, delivery, cost, and productivity goals. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with a strong manufacturing background, continuous improvement experience, and a passion for developing people.
Key Responsibilities
Foster and maintain a safe workplace while promoting a strong safety culture.
Lead daily production operations to achieve SQCDM (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Morale) objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Plan staffing levels to meet customer production demands.
Lead and support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Develop and mentor Team Leaders and production associates through coaching, training, and performance management.
Promote teamwork and effective communication across production, maintenance, quality, and other departments.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and ISO standards.
Interpret work instructions, blueprints, specifications, and production schedules to assign work effectively.
Monitor production quality by inspecting products and ensuring compliance with customer specifications.
Coordinate machine adjustments and corrective actions to resolve quality issues.
Improve production methods, equipment performance, efficiency, and product quality.
Maintain production records, staffing reports, and performance documentation.
Support capital equipment improvement projects and new product launches.
Collaborate with customers and internal departments to ensure production schedules and delivery commitments are met.
Respond to production, supply chain, and operational issues as needed.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent combination of manufacturing experience and leadership experience.
Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop teams.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Knowledge of manufacturing KPIs, production planning, and assembly processes.
ISO compliance experience, including writing and reviewing SOPs and supporting audits.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships across all levels of the organization.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, operating procedures, and quality specifications.
Strong mathematical skills, including calculations involving ratios, percentages, decimals, and basic shop math.
Leadership Responsibilities
Supervise Team Leaders and hourly production associates.
Plan daily production activities and assign workloads.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching, recognition, and corrective action when appropriate.
Resolve employee concerns and production issues in a timely manner.
Create a positive, respectful, and high-performing team environment.
Drive employee engagement while maintaining productivity and quality standards.
Physical & Work Requirements
Spend approximately 75% of the workday on the production floor and 25% performing administrative responsibilities.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the manufacturing facility for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and carry materials as required.
Availability to work assigned shifts and provide on-call support for production or supply chain emergencies when necessary.
Why Join Us?
Opportunity to lead operations for a respected Tier 1 automotive supplier.
Play a key role in continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Work in a collaborative, team-focused manufacturing environment.
Make a direct impact on quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
If you are an experienced manufacturing leader who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and is passionate about developing teams while driving operational excellence, we encourage you to apply.