Job Title: Operations Supervisor
Client: Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company
Location: Dubuque, IA 52001
Duration: 12 Months
Shift: 3rd Shift (10:30 PM – 6:00 AM, some Saturdays required)
Description:
• Supervise production and/or maintenance employees on assigned shift
• Ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets are met
• Act as liaison between shop floor employees and management
• Assign daily work schedules, staffing, and overtime as needed
• Monitor production performance and implement corrective actions
• Ensure training, tools, and work instructions are available for employees
• Support preventive maintenance and equipment uptime initiatives
• Drive continuous improvement, 5S, and operational efficiency
• Monitor budgets, control plans, and production quality standards
• Support safety programs, SERA process, and near-miss reporting
Required Skills:
• 2+ years experience in union manufacturing environment
• Experience in production, quality, or operations supervision
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle performance management and corrective actions
• Experience working under pressure in fast-paced environments
• Cross-functional coordination skills (engineering, HR, supply chain)
• Knowledge of manufacturing and quality management principles
Preferred Skills:
• Experience with John Deere production control systems
• Leadership experience in union environments
• Lean manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of shop floor systems and incentive pay systems (CIPP)
• Experience with SAP, Excel, PowerBI, SharePoint
• Cross-functional exposure in manufacturing engineering or supply chain
Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or related field preferred
• Equivalent work experience accepted
Core Competencies:
• Driving sustainable results
• Leading change
• Making sound decisions
• Communicating with impact
• Engaging & inspiring teams
• Operating in inclusive environments
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