Assembly Operations Supervisor
Scope of the Role
The Assembly Operations Supervisor ensures assembly work is planned, staffed, and executed to meet quality, delivery, and continuous-improvement goals. This role exists to keep daily production aligned with customer commitments while maintaining safe, organized operations.
Responsibilities
- Building and maintaining production schedules
- Tracking departmental KPIs and reporting status in leadership meetings
- Managing staffing levels
- Using the ERP system to produce schedules, maintain production data, and complete required reporting
- Overseeing inventory accuracy (cycle counts and transactions across raw, WIP, and finished goods)
- Supporting setup/assembly as needed
- Driving cost-reduction and process-improvement actions
- Coaching, training, and developing team members
- Ensuring compliance with safety policies and housekeeping standards
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of manufacturing supervisory experience
- Microsoft Office proficiency, including strong Excel skills
Daily Operating Rhythm
You start by reviewing the day's schedule, current backlog, and any shipping deadlines, then confirm priorities with leads and supporting departments. Throughout the shift, you check progress against plan, update ERP data and simple Excel trackers, and address issues that could affect on-time delivery or quality. You'll spend time on the floor observing workflow, answering questions, and reinforcing safe practices and good housekeeping. Midday often includes quick check-ins to align materials and inventory accuracy, followed by brief huddles to keep communication clear. Before wrap-up, you document status, note constraints, and prepare updates for leadership so the next shift begins with an accurate, controlled plan.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- 401(k)
- Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Competitive Salary
- Paid Time Off (PTO)