Korn Ferry has partnered with our client on their search for Operations Supervisor.

Position Overview:

The Operations Supervisor - will play a key role in overseeing daily operational activities while driving continuous improvement initiatives. This position is responsible for leading a team of associates, ensuring efficient and effective operations, and implementing Lean principles to streamline processes, reduce waste, and improve overall performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in process improvement, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily operations to ensure workflow efficiency, safety, and adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of 60 associates, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Identify, implement, and sustain Lean manufacturing principles such as 5S, Kaizen, value stream mapping, and root cause analysis to eliminate waste and improve processes.
• Analyze operational performance metrics, identify areas for improvement, and initiate corrective actions to ensure productivity goals are met.
• Develop and maintain standard work, process flow, and SOPs to ensure consistent, high-quality operations.
• Facilitate regular Gemba walks, daily huddles, and continuous improvement workshops to engage the team in identifying and solving operational challenges.
• Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) such as throughput, cycle time, OEE, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute improvement projects that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and foster a culture of safety within the team through proactive training, audits, and corrective actions.
• Conduct root cause analysis using Lean tools (5 Whys, Fishbone, etc.) to resolve operational issues and drive problem-solving at the source.
• Provide coaching and development to team members, ensuring the consistent application of Lean methodologies and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.
• 5-10 years of experience in an operations supervisory role, with a strong focus continuous improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated success in implementing Lean principles such as 5S, Kaizen, value stream mapping, and root cause analysis in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams.
• Proficient in using data and metrics to identify trends, drive decisions, and implement process improvements.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and best practices.
• Experience with WMS, ERP systems, and continuous improvement software is a plus.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher) is a plus.

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