Night Shift Manufacturing Operations Supervisor

Night Shift Manufacturing Operations Supervisor

Position Overview

International’s Huntsville Powertrain Plant is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor to lead first shift operations.

This role is not just about running production, it’s about owning a business, developing people, and building a culture where problems are surfaced and solved the right way.

You will be responsible for a defined area of the operation with clear ownership for safety, quality, delivery, and cost, while leading a team of Team Leaders and operators. Success in this role comes from being present on the floor, coaching daily, and building capable teams—not just reacting to yesterday’s results.

We are strengthening how we operate, moving toward standard work, accountability, and problem-solving at the right level. Supervisors play a key role in setting that tone every day.

Schedule - Monday through Thursday: 7:30 PM - 6:00 AM, straight time pay after 45 hours

Responsibilities

• Safety first, always – ensure risks are identified, addressed, and never ignored

• Quality at the source – build processes that prevent defects, not just react to them

• Delivery performance – run stable operations that meet plan without constant firefighting

• Cost awareness – make decisions that support efficient use of labor, materials, and equipment

• Lead and be present on the floor – drive daily performance through engagement, not from behind a desk

• Own your area end-to-end – no gaps, no shared accountability

• Develop Team Leaders – coach them on how to run their areas, solve problems, and lead people

• Set and follow leader standard work – drive consistency in how the business runs each day

• Build stability before speed – focus on standard processes, clear expectations, and repeatable results

• Identify problems early and respond with urgency – escalate when needed, but don’t pass problems on

• Drive practical problem-solving – focus on root cause and sustainable fixes, not quick patches

• Coordinate with support teams (Quality, Materials, Maintenance, etc.) to remove barriers to performance

• Support hiring, onboarding, and development to build a strong and capable team

• Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of production/manufacturing experience

• OR

• Master's degree and at least 1 year of production/manufacturing experience

• OR

• At least 5 years of production/manufacturing experience

• Additional Requirements

• Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

• Desired Skills

• Experience leading hourly teams within a manufacturing or production environment

• Automotive, assembly, or manufacturing experience preferred

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies

• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint

• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-demand environment

• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization

• Passion for developing people, driving results, and creating a positive team culture

• Benefits and Compensation

• This position offers competitive market-based compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. You can learn more about the benefits offered for this position by visiting https://careers.international.com/#benefits.

• The expected salary offered for this position will fall within the stated range, with the final offer based on the candidates' applicable skills, knowledge, and experience.

• Company Overview

• About TRATON

• With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.

• About International

• From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today, few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International trucks and engines and IC Bus school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit International.com.

• EEO Statement

• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

• Accessibility

• International, Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please contact us and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

• E-Verify

• International, Inc. participates in E-Verify, a federal web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. E-Verify employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees by electronically matching information provided by employees on the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, against records available to the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

• For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS.