Operations Supervisor

Description

Meet business objectives for department regarding: safety, quality productivity, responsiveness, etc.

Counsel/Support hourly employees with needs/concerns as required

Address performance behaviors; commend & reinforce those that are positives, discourage and discipline those that are negative

Uses Quality Network problem solving process to address opportunities within area - engage work force for ideas

Apply Workplace Organization (WPO) process to improve layouts and efficiency

Perform daily Timekeeping System (TKS) updating to ensure accurate processing of payroll data

Use A-3 reporting format to document problem solving activities and observe local A-3 guidelines

Conduct daily huddle-up meeting to communicate business performance and have two-way discussion with employees

Perform and document weekly safety observation tour of department

Plan daily work load in advance

Support colleagues to optimize shift performance

Observe contractual requirements (National & Local)

Enforce Shop Rules

Perform daily SOP audit checks

Advance skills through Individual Development Plan (IDP) process

Keep General Supervisor Shop Committee apprised of all pending activities

Skills

supervision, managment, supervisory skills, union experience, union, uaw, Shipping and receiving, Warehouse management, warehouse operation, shipping & receiving, kronos, automotive manufacturing, automotive industry, parts distribution, safety procedures, safety

Additional Skills & Qualifications

People skills - have to be able to communicate with a diverse group of employees, cater to their needs, be empathetic to situations but also drive performance

Multi tasking - this is a very fast paced environment with priorities constantly changing between coaching employee behaviors to drive throughput, maintaining a clean and safe environment, reporting of team goals throughout your shift

Problem solving and maintaining performance when faced with challenges on the job

- how well do they identify and resolve problems

Direct supervision/management of employee's, preferably in a union environment, coming from a from manufacturing/assembly/warehousing environment, must demonstrate ability to lead, motivate, and perform progressive discipline (verbal counseling, write up, termination)

- must be willing, able, not afraid to hold UAW team members accountable and work through progressive discipline process up to and including termination of employees

- this is the number 1 most important skill (very hard for someone that comes from a non union environment to excel in this area)

Experience leading process improvements or special projects

- examples of when they have identified and implemented process improvements or lead special projects as a supervisor/manager

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pontiac,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.