Operations Supervisor- 2nd Shift & Weekend Crew

Palmetto State Armory L•Summerville, SC

About The Position

The Operations Supervisor ensures that all departments operate smoothly and in alignment with organizational goals, with a focus on safety, efficient workflows, and cost reduction. The role oversees inventory, purchasing, vendor performance and relationships, production flow, and fulfillment activities. It also supports operational planning, forecasting, capital projects, customer development, and production goals. This is a full-time, salaried position performed primarily on the manufacturing floor, with occasional office work. The role has direct reports and may involve access to technology or software subject to U.S. export control laws; employment is contingent on export-control screening and applicable authorization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, Project Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
At least 3 years of experience in purchasing and operations, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to work with a cross-functional team without formal authority.
Experience in manufacturing organizations that produce or assemble products.
Proficiency with current software packages such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Strong customer service acumen.
Effective communication skills with all levels of the business and ability to reconcile differences in understanding and vision.
Analytical skills.
Aggressive negotiation skills.
Strong mathematical skills.
Self-motivation and strong planning, organizational, and time-management skills.
CNC machining and/or programming skills, with an understanding of G&M code.

Responsibilities

Forecast, track, and achieve inventory levels and turnover projections.
Monitor supplier performance to ensure purchasing agreements are met, products are delivered on time, and invoices are correct.
Manage floor personnel and ensure they remain on task.
Adhere to and contribute to the company procurement strategy.
Maintain vendor relationships and develop new materials.
Define and maintain products in online systems and corresponding systems.
Assist with material data and organization to keep inventory turnover within company standards and products profitable.
Maintain familiarity with product line master records and product hierarchy.
Work with managers, directors, and executives through proper channels on capital projects.
Monitor industry changes and develop forecasts based on those changes.
Use forecasts to develop strategies supporting the company’s operational goals.
Monitor product and vendor prices to predict and account for financial fluctuations.
Oversee production based on demand to minimize work in process and maximize throughput.
Manage vendor lead times to minimize inventory while supplying the shop for full production.
Fulfill customer shipments in NetSuite and work with the Production Manager.
Create purchase orders for sub-vendors and ensure quality products are delivered on schedule to support continuous production.
Participate in conference calls to establish new customers and perform requests for quotations for new business.
Assist in production to help meet production goals.
Follow guidelines and procedures for the safe handling, removal, and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
Perform other duties as assigned.