Operations Team Supervisor

Operations Team Supervisor required for Leading Manufacturing Firm Plant Operations Team Des Moines, IA Area - HYBRID work environment (50% of the time onsite) A Leader in the manufacturing sector is seeking a driven, hands-on leader to drive continuous improvement and run successful manufacturing operations. Summary: The Operations Team Supervisor will be responsible for leading all manufacturing operations in a manner which aligns with organizational goals, standards and policies. The Operations Team Supervisor should have the following skill set: Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or related field strongly preferred; years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree 2 years' leadership experience in a fast paced manufacturing environment Strong understanding of compressors, dryers, instrumentation and control systems Functional knowledge of Lean and/or Six Sigma principles TPM experience Superior communication abilities Superior leadership abilities Ability to serve as a cultural and organizational change agent LEAN and/or 5s Manufacturing Experience a plus The Operations Team Supervisor will have the following responsibilities: Monitor and uphold compression and other manufacturing systems Maintain relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Drive Continuous Improvement and safety culture across entire facility Utilize TPM principles for optimizing spare parts availability and creating a predictive & preventative maintenance culture Collaborate with Business Management personnel and provide updates as necessary Lead all personnel with a continuous improvement mentality Drive continued growth across the division by developing, implementing and upholding cost reduction/control programs while maintaining quality and safety standards Hire, discipline and develop employees to become senior leaders within the business Compile all information from the shift in a status report for change of shift Ensure all processes are in compliance with site/organization policies and procedures Drive continuous improvement process/projects and spearhead LEAN Initiatives Promote a positive team environment with an emphasis on collaboration Foster a continuous improvement culture with a focus on safety and quality standards