Assembly Supervisor - Day Shift - The Toro Company

The Toro Company is a Minnesota-based company founded in 1914, specializing in world-class equipment for residential, commercial, and recreational landscapes. With a global footprint and a commitment to community and environmental stewardship, Toro offers a stable work environment with an average employee tenure of 15 years.

About the role

As a 2nd Shift Assembly Supervisor, you will oversee operations staff in a highly transactional or repetitive manufacturing environment. This pivotal role ensures adherence to safety, regulatory, and quality standards while driving continuous improvement and team performance through effective leadership and communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily work assignments and schedules to meet productivity goals and drive business results.
• Monitor production activity, identify process issues, troubleshoot causes, and develop short- and long-term solutions.
• Collaborate with site leadership and other supervisors to establish clear processes aligned with business objectives.
• Ensure adherence to Toro standards, procedures, policies, government regulations, quality, and compliance.
• Prioritize safety protocols and foster a proactive safety mindset in daily operations and decision-making.
• Communicate clear expectations, goals, and accomplishments to the team, tying efforts to quality standards, safety protocols, and regulations.
• Support quality and continuous improvement initiatives by advocating for and implementing improvements with the team.
• Promote a culture of trust and accountability through honesty, integrity, clear communication, and ethical behavior.
• Engage and support team members' development and collaboration toward common goals while driving business success.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (Bachelor’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing operations environment.
• Experience in a supervisory or team lead role is a plus.
• Basic understanding of supervisory principles, including problem-solving and conflict resolution.
• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, SAP, Kronos, Workday).
• Ability to understand and follow safety protocols and regulations.
• Experience in process improvement; LEAN or continuous improvement certification preferred.
• Ability to meet goals and adapt to changing demands in a fast-paced environment.

Pay

$68,000–$75,000, depending on experience.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k
• 10 paid holidays
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Additional benefits available

Employees are eligible for benefits the first of the month following their hire date.