Operations Supervisor(Thursday-Sunday)

Beehive Industries•Knoxville, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Beehive Industries is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor to oversee daily production, post-processing, and shipping and receiving activities at its Knoxville, Tennessee facility. The role supervises frontline manufacturing employees, coordinates production priorities, and ensures work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality standards. The supervisor partners with Production Control, Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing leadership to support operational goals and promote accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The position supports additive manufacturing operations, including Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) and Metal Binder Jetting (MBJ), and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. The schedule is indicated as Thursday through Sunday.

Requirements

Typically, 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, including at least 1–2 years of supervisory or team lead experience in a production environment.
Experience coordinating daily production activities and leading frontline manufacturing employees.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, production scheduling, and shop floor operations.
Ability to supervise, coach, and motivate frontline employees while maintaining accountability for safety, quality, and productivity.
Strong understanding of manufacturing safety practices and quality standards.
Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work cross-functionally.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adjust production activities to meet changing business needs.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.
U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, Operations Management, or a related technical field; equivalent education and relevant manufacturing leadership experience will be considered.
Experience supporting manufacturing operations in aerospace, defense, additive manufacturing, or another highly regulated industry.
Familiarity with ERP systems, manufacturing software, and production reporting tools.
Exposure to Lean manufacturing principles and a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

Supervise daily production, post-processing, and shipping and receiving activities to ensure safe, efficient, high-quality operations.
Assign work, establish daily priorities, and monitor workflow to meet production schedules and customer delivery commitments.
Lead, coach, and provide performance feedback to manufacturing team members while promoting employee engagement and development.
Ensure employees follow manufacturing processes, work instructions, quality requirements, and safety procedures.
Coordinate with Production Control, Engineering, and Quality to resolve production issues and maintain workflow.
Monitor production performance, identify operational issues, and escalate concerns to support schedule attainment.
Support additive manufacturing operations, including Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) and Metal Binder Jetting (MBJ), ensuring work follows established procedures.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.
Maintain accurate production records and communicate shift performance, priorities, and operational updates to leadership.
Support hiring, onboarding, training, and development of manufacturing employees.