Operations Supervisor

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 30 brands, 12,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, in 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.

Within our growing business, the supervisor is responsible for engaging their team and providing daily planning, guidance and supervision to direct reports. This leader will supervise assembly operations and drive improvements within the departments while maintaining records of all pertinent documentation. This role may also manage additional manufacturing and warehouse processes. May manage an assistant team leader and group leaders. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this process area. Also, directly supervises 10-40 non-supervisory employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include team-based interviewing, training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; employee recognition and discipline; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of approximately 20 to 40 hourly associates to safely produce product and fill customer orders on time and to specification, while achieving productivity targets.
• Engage the workforce in continuous improvement of key business metrics.  Utilize lean manufacturing tools to eliminate waste.  Lead Rapid Improvement Events (Kaizen) when applicable.  Write, implement, and improve standard work.
• Plan daily production activities in keeping with the company’s goals and objectives and align projects to meet requirements.
• Ensure timely planning and production of material to the end customer or upstream production needs.
• Oversee and review the accuracy of production in accordance with all ISO and quality standards.
• Ensure all operations functions are performed safely and in accordance with established EHS procedures.
• Maintain and issue operations performance KPI’s.
• Identify and implement cost reduction measures to drive operational efficiency.
• Plan for the development of the staff by organizing training sessions.
• Provide leadership select, develop and evaluate personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the business.
• Manage and communicate cross functionally within the organization, with suppliers, and service providers to support site-specific shipping functions.

Requirements:

• 3 - 5 years of leadership experience within a similar manufacturing environment
• Team leader experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal communication skills in dealing with all levels of organization.
• Knowledge of operations, processes, equipment, and products, preferred but not required.
• Understanding of Lean Principles and Six Sigma application and usage.
• Mechanical ability, technical aptitude.

Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if:

·       You are seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others.  With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there’s plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, “This is your business, run with it”.

·       You value personal well-being and balance, because we do too! 

·       You’re looking for a company that will invest in your professional development.  As we grow, we want you to grow with us. 

·       You want a culture that promotes work-life balance.  Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work! 

What You’ll Get from Us: 

·       A commitment to your health and well-being through our comprehensive and affordable medical, prescription and dental insurance plans – starting on your first day!

·       Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Paid Vacation - because your l