IEM is currently seeking an Operations Supervisor - Fabrication to join our fabrication team in Metal fab or Bus fab departments. This role is ideal for a safety-focused leader with hands-on experience in fabrication, team supervision, and lean manufacturing within a fast-paced production environment. The successful candidate will be passionate about driving quality, efficiency, and team development.

Third Shift Hours: 10:00pm - 6:30am ET

Please note: This position requires 100% in-office presence in our Jacksonville location and does not offer remote work. This role will report into the Operations Manager, Fabrication. 

Responsibilities:

Safety Compliance

• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections to ensure compliance with all IEM safety policies and protocols.
• Use Safety Amp, SharePoint, or other software to conduct and report safety investigations as per HSE and WCB requirements.
• Ensure team leads train staff on safety procedures and safe work practices; participate in investigations to prevent recurrences.
• Conduct hazard analyses to monitor and maintain safe work practices.
• Collaborate with EHS and maintain accurate records of all safety-related training, including respirator fit testing, WHMIS, forklift certification, and other required training.

Planning and scheduling

• Utilize UKG Workforce Management to monitor timecards, activities, and approve PTO/UTO submissions for the fabrication team.
• Ensure leads complete jobs according to production schedules.
• Communicate any delays in the production schedule to the planner and manager.
• Assess capacity issues promptly and communicate findings to the manager.

Quality Control and Process Management

• Conduct random inspections of completed products to ensure compliance with quality standards; address defects promptly.
• Work with leads to identify and implement solutions for recurring quality issues.
• Participate in developing, validating, and implementing processes that ensure safe, high-quality production.
  Implement 5S improvements wherever possible and ensure leads maintain these standards.

Team Supervision and Performance

• ·Supervise a team of Leads and machine operators, including performance evaluations, coaching, and resolving and personnel issues.
• Organize shift schedules to maintain production schedules and communicate any inadequate staffing levels to your supervisor

Material and Equipment Management

• Manage inventory of stock, ensuring proper material usage and minimizing waste.
• Communicate with supply chain to coordinate material transfers or acquisition of raw materials to prevent shortages.
• Maintain adequate consumables and tools to reduce downtime due to wear and planned maintenance.

Hiring, Performance and Development

• Conduct interviews and recommend hires to maintain appropriate staffing levels.
• Build strong relationships with leads and support their leadership development through coaching and performance reviews.
• Create and implement training documentation and work procedures to ensure proper onboarding and skill development.
• Document policy violations when coaching and reminders are ignored.
• Gather feedback from leads on individual performance and conduct quarterly/annual reviews as required.

Key Performance Indicators

• Host and maintain Tier 2 Daily Management Board meetings.
• Attend Tier 1 Daily Management Board meetings.
• Ensure accurate collection of daily management board data.
• Perform additional duties as required by your manager.

Requirements:

• Bachelor degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Supply Chain or a related degree. Five years of additional relative experience, including demonstrated leadership, in lieu of a degree will also be considered
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Fabrication, or Process Engineering, preferably in a leadership position. 
• Proven ability to manage and motivate a team of 40+ personnel preferred.
• Proficient in interpreting mechanical drawings, BOM (Bill of Materials), and basic wiring diagrams.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with company policies and a positive attitude toward safety compliance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to foster positive interpersonal relationships and encourage collaborative problem-solving.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, etc.).