Job descriptionDescription Are you a master in continuous improvement who likes to work in a fast-paced environment? Does working with industry leading, high-speed automated equipment and manufacturing systems get you excited? Do you want to take that excitement and knowledge and work for a World-Class organization Then apply today to our Manufacturing Team at Ashley Furniture – the World’s Largest Furniture Manufacturer! Operations Supervisor.

Apply online: https://ashleycareers.ttcportals.com/jobs/11791148-upholstery-assembly-supervisor-leesport

What Will You Do?

• Description

  Are you a master in continuous improvement who likes to work in a fast-paced environment? Does working with industry leading, high-speed automated equipment and manufacturing systems get you excited? Do you want to take that excitement and knowledge and work for a World-Class organization?

  Then apply today to our Manufacturing Team at Ashley Furniture – the World’s Largest Furniture Manufacturer!

  Operations Supervisor

  What Will You Do?

  You will plan, direct and assign work activities in a manufacturing department. Support and implement policies and procedures and recommend improvements in operation methods, equipment, people, materials and working conditions. Manage and improve functional areas and institute performance measures through use and interpretations of Continuous Improvement tools. Improve working conditions and processes (safety, quality, productivity and cost) including supporting and directing employee to participate in improvement programs.

  What Do You Need?

  • High School Diploma or equivalent, Required
  • Associate Degree in Supervisory Management or related field, Desired
  • 2 years in a manufacturing environment, Required
  • Previous experience in supervision, Preferred
  • Experience in Manufacturing equipment and department processes desired.

  Who Are We?

  • We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits!
  • We are a multi-billion dollar company and the largest manufacturer of furniture in the world, and offer one of the industry’s broadest product assortments at over 20,000 storefronts in 123 countries.
  • Growth-Focused is one of our core values, and we are dedicated to helping you grow with us through training, mentoring, and coaching as well as investing in the latest design tools, production equipment and new technologies.
  • Environmental efforts are a priority as we continually seek to recycle, reuse and replenish every day.
  • Millions of dollars are contributed annually to local and national charities as we seek to improve the lives of people around the world.

  We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.

  You will plan, direct and assign work activities in a manufacturing department.

• Support and implement policies and procedures and recommend improvements in operation methods, equipment, people, materials and working conditions.

• Manage and improve functional areas and institute performance measures through use and interpretations of Continuous Improvement tools.

• Improve working conditions and processes (safety, quality, productivity and cost) including supporting and directing employee to participate in improvement programs.

**Qualifications:

What Do You Need?

• High School Diploma or equivalent, Required • Associate Degree in Supervisory Management or related field, Desired • 2 years in a manufacturing environment, Required • Previous experience in supervision, Preferred • Experience in Manufacturing equipment and department processes desired. Who Are We?

What is in it for you?

• We offer competitive pay with weekly overtime paid at time and a half, career growth, and excellent medical, retirement, and frindge benefits! • We are a multi-billion dollar company and the largest manufacturer of furniture in the world, and offer one of the industry’s broadest product assortments at over 20,000 storefronts in 123 countries. • Growth-Focused is one of our core values, and we are dedicated to helping you grow with us through training, mentoring, and coaching as well as investing in the latest design tools, production equipment and new technologies. • Environmental efforts are a priority as we continually seek to recycle, reuse and replenish every day. • Millions of dollars are contributed annually to local and national charities as we seek to improve the lives of people around the world.

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment.

While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only

You should be proficient in:

• Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Scheduling Experience
• Recruiting and Training Experience
• Budgeting / Forecasting Experience
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Basic Computer Skills
• Microsoft Excel

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• ERP Software

Salary info:

$21 - $24 / hr