Job Description

The Operations Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily production activities within a fast-paced Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) contract manufacturing environment. This role ensures efficient workflow, adherence to quality standards, and on-time delivery of products while maintaining a safe and organized manufacturing floor. The Operations Supervisor leads production personnel, coordinates with cross-functional teams, and supports continuous improvement efforts to meet customer and operational objectives.

Responsibilities

·        Supervise day-to-day production operations including SMT, THT, PCB assembly, box build, and test processes.

·        Coordinate daily production schedules and priorities to support on-time delivery commitments.

·        Monitor key production metrics such as throughput, yield, labor efficiency, and schedule adherence; address issues impacting performance.

·        Assign work, balance labor resources, and adjust staffing or production priorities as needed to meet changing customer or production requirements.

·        Work closely with engineering, materials, quality, and program management teams to resolve production issues and support customer programs.

·        Provide leadership, training, and direction to production leads, operators, and technicians.

·        Ensure compliance with company policies, applicable IPC standards, and workplace safety requirements.

·        Maintain strict adherence to company policies related to ITAR, export control, documentation, and traceability requirements.

·        Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient production environment, including implementation of 5S practices.

·        Identify production issues or bottlenecks and escalate or implement corrective actions to improve productivity and reduce waste.

·        Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives within the production area.

·        Assist with New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, including process validation and work instruction development.

Qualifications and Experience

·        Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience).

·        3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within EMS or electronics assembly.

·        Previous supervisory, lead, or team leadership experience preferred.

·        Working knowledge of SMT, THT, PCB assembly, and electronic test processes.

·        Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced production environment.

·        Strong leadership and team development skills.

·        Solid problem-solving and analytical abilities.

·        Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement practices.

·        Experience working with ERP/MRP systems.

·        Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Working Conditions:

Normal office environment

9/80 work schedule, with every other Friday off

Benefits:

Excellent Health Benefits, including dental and vision:  zero waiting period
401K and company matching: no vesting period
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Basic Life, AD&D and Disability Insurance
PTO – 15 days/annual
Paid Holidays – 10 days/annual
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts