Production Operations Supervisor

Cardinal Health•El Paso, TX

5d•$70,400 - $90,450

About The Position

The Supervisor, Production Operations is a people-management position at a facility, responsible for the operations of multiple production lines and the smooth daily operation of the facility. The role oversees production resources, staffing, performance, and process improvement while supporting production teams and ensuring operations meet production schedules and company policies. Production Operations at Cardinal Health includes operating light-duty bench- or floor-type machine tools and automation equipment; setting up and adjusting machines; performing machine maintenance; checking work with gauges, jigs, and fixtures; and monitoring quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures. The supervisor also leads industrialization and continuous-improvement work, supports quality and problem-solving efforts, and contributes to the adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies. This position coordinates and supervises daily activities, administers policies and procedures, and ensures employees operate within guidelines. Decisions directly affect work-unit operations and customers, and the role frequently interacts with subordinates, customers, and peer groups at various management levels. The anticipated salary range is $70,400–$90,450 annually; the position is not bonus eligible. The salary estimate may vary based on location, education, experience, skills, and internal pay equity.

Requirements

4–8 years of experience; manufacturing-process experience is preferred.
Strong knowledge of production systems, including line balancing.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous-improvement methodologies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience with root-cause analysis and CAPA.
Project-management experience and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a global, cross-functional environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related Industrial Engineering field, or equivalent work experience; preferred.
Experience with manufacturing processes; preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word; Power BI and PRMS or similar systems are preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage resources and reassign operations staff as needed to meet or exceed production schedule requirements.
Approve vacations, timecards, payroll, and performance reviews, and carry out general people-management responsibilities.
Develop direct reports’ technical and people-management skills.
Lead process-improvement projects and identify improvement opportunities using reports and direct-report feedback.
Provide leadership, direction, coordination, and performance evaluation for production teams.
Manage employee schedules to provide adequate coverage in alignment with client contracts and company policies.
Conduct time studies and capacity analyses to forecast staffing requirements.
Hold and document one-on-one performance discussions with Senior Leads and Coordinators, providing actionable feedback.
Provide subject-matter expertise, coaching, and training in customer service, case resolution, and database management.
Design and implement industrialization solutions from concept through production, developing robust and scalable processes across the value chain.
Apply Lean manufacturing tools and continuous-improvement methods to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and optimize cycle times.
Perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions to eliminate defects and improve product quality.
Lead and support VIP process-improvement initiatives.
Contribute to innovation and adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies, including automation, composites, and additive manufacturing.
Provide technical support to production teams and lead structured problem-solving activities on the shop floor.
Coordinate and supervise daily operations, administer policies and procedures, and ensure employees work within guidelines.