Operations Supervisor

IDEAL Industries, Inc.• WA, US, WA

34d•$86,985 - $116,995•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Supervisor – GSE is responsible for establishing and leading Enatel’s US operational footprint for our Ground Support Equipment (GSE) product range. This role will initially focus on launching and operationalizing the US facility, including inventory management, logistics, assembly operations, production readiness, facility setup, and team leadership. As the operation grows, the role will transition into leading day-to-day operational performance, ensuring efficient production, inventory control, product quality, and on-time delivery. The Operations Supervisor will play a critical role in enabling business growth, improving customer responsiveness, and supporting the successful execution of Enatel’s North American strategy.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related discipline preferred
5+ years of operational leadership experience within manufacturing, assembly, industrial technology, electronics, or similar environments
Experienceestablishingor scaling operational capability, including facility readiness, production setup,logisticsprocesses, inventory controls, and team onboarding
Demonstrated success leading production and operational teams
Experience managing inventory, production planning, and customer delivery performance
Experience working within a global or multi-site business environment preferred
Strong understanding of production management, inventory management, and operational planning
Continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing experience
Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite and operational reporting tools.

Responsibilities

Establish and lead US operational activities in alignment with global operational standards
Support the launch and operational readiness of the US GSE facility, including workflows, tooling, equipment, inventory, and logisticsprocesses
Develop and implement operational processes, systems, controls, and reporting mechanisms
Lead daily production and assembly activities to meet customer demand and delivery commitments
Manage inventory levels and coordinate with global supply chain teams to ensure material availability
Support forecasting, demand planning, and inventory control activities
Monitor productivity, operational performance, and delivery outcomes while driving continuous improvement initiatives
Develop andmaintainoperational policies, work instructions, and process documentation
Recruit, onboard, coach, and develop production employees as the operation expands
Collaborate closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Sales, and Customer Support teams to ensure successful operational execution
Support customer visits, audits, and operational reviews asrequired
Build andmaintainstrong relationships with suppliers,logisticsproviders, and operational partners
Provide regular operational reporting and recommendations to senior leadership
Comply withand contribute to the continuous improvement of company policies, processes, and procedures
Contribute to a collaborative and team-oriented workplace.