About the job Operations Leader (Production Supervisor)
Operations Leader (Production Supervisor)
Vandergrift, PA | Onsite (5 Days/Week)
Heavy Industrial Manufacturing Environment
Lead Where It Matters Most
Northwest Talent Solutions is partnering with a global leader in advanced manufacturing and materials science to identify an Operations Leader (Production Supervisor) who thrives in high-performance, high-accountability environments.
This is not a traditional supervisor role.
This is an opportunity to:
- Drive real operational impact
- Improve throughput, reliability, and quality
- Lead a skilled hourly workforce in a complex production setting
If you're the kind of leader who can own the floor, understand the equipment, and deliver results—we want to talk to you.
What You'll Own
- Lead safety, quality, productivity, and cost control across your assigned area
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cycle time and increase throughput
- Partner with maintenance to improve equipment reliability and uptime
- Provide hands-on leadership and technical support to hourly teams
- Ensure on-time delivery through optimized operations
- Build and execute cross-training programs to strengthen team capability
- Coordinate closely with internal and external partners to support production flow
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree in engineering/technical field OR 4+ years of manufacturing supervisory experience
- Background in heavy industrial or process-driven environments (steel, metals, chemicals, etc.)
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Experience with:
- PLCs, motor control systems, drives, or power distribution
- Reading mechanical/electrical blueprints
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Strong ability to:
- Lead diverse, hourly teams
- Manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Communicate clearly across operations, maintenance, and leadership
What Sets This Role Apart
- High-visibility role with direct impact on plant performance
- Opportunity to drive meaningful operational improvements
- Exposure to advanced manufacturing processes and technologies
- Career path into senior operations leadership
Why Work with Northwest Talent Solutions?
We don't just submit resumes—we connect top talent to the right opportunities with precision and purpose.
Our Differentiators:
- Precision Matching – We align your experience to roles where you can truly succeed
- Speed + Transparency – Fast feedback and clear communication throughout the process
- Deep Technical Understanding – We understand manufacturing environments and what success looks like
- Career Advocacy – We position you for long-term growth, not just your next job
Schedule & Flexibility
- Primarily Monday–Friday daylight shift
- Flexibility required for off-shift and weekend coverage as needed
Additional Details
- Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate
- Full benefits package offered
Ready to Lead?
If you're ready to step into a role where your leadership drives real production outcomes, apply today or reach out directly to learn more.
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