Assurant

Senior Manufacturing Operations Supervisor

United States · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerAssurant
LocationUnited States
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted5 Oct 2026

As a Senior Manufacturing Operations Supervisor, you will lead a high-volume manufacturing and distribution operation with full accountability for operational performance, financial results, and team success. Acting as the business owner for your assigned area, you will drive productivity, quality, cost efficiency, employee engagement, and continuous improvement while ensuring exceptional execution across production, inventory, warehousing, and logistics functions.

This is a hands-on leadership role for a results-driven operational leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, develops high-performing teams, and consistently delivers measurable business outcomes.

This is an onsite role in our Mt Juliet TN facility.

What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?

Own the performance of your assigned business unit, including operational results, productivity, quality, safety, employee engagement, and cost performance
Drive achievement of production goals through effective workforce planning, resource allocation, and workflow optimization
Manage key performance indicators including yield, cost-per-unit (CPU), throughput, revenue-impacting processes, and operational efficiency
Monitor operational dashboards and performance metrics to identify trends, solve problems, and drive corrective actions
Partner with site leadership to execute strategic initiatives, capacity planning, automation opportunities, and continuous improvement projects
Lead, coach, and develop a team of hourly associates and frontline leaders to achieve performance goals
Manage all people leadership activities, including hiring, onboarding, performance management, coaching, employee engagement, and corrective actions
Conduct regular one-on-one meetings focused on performance, development, and career growth
Maintain training compliance and workforce readiness through effective management of training and skill-development programs
Foster a positive, accountable, and high-performance culture
Champion Lean, continuous improvement, and operational excellence initiatives that improve productivity, quality, and cost performance
Partner closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to optimize processes, resolve issues, and implement new products or workflows
Identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and enhance customer outcomes
Serve as a key liaison across departments, shifts, and stakeholders to ensure operational alignment and execution
Maintain a safe, compliant, and productive work environment by ensuring adherence to company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Promote a safety-first culture and actively support risk reduction initiatives

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What are the requirements needed for this position?

High School Diploma or GED required
3+ years of leadership experience in a fast-paced manufacturing, production, repair, distribution, or logistics environment
Experience supervising and developing hourly employees in a high-volume operation
Strong understanding of warehouse, inventory, shipping, receiving, and production processes
Demonstrated success driving operational performance, workforce productivity, and process improvements
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
Excellent communication, coaching, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment
Flexibility to support multiple shifts as business needs require

What other skills/experience would be helpful to have?

Associate's Degree or higher
Experience leading teams of 15+ employees in a manufacturing or distribution environment
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
Experience with operational reporting and performance management tools such as Tableau

Pay Range:

$64,900.00 - $108,200.00

Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position.

If there is no posting end date listed then this is a pipeline requisition, and we will continue to collect applications on an ongoing basis.

Helping People Thrive in a Connected World
Connect with us. Bring us your best work and your brightest ideas. And we’ll bring you a place where you can thrive. Learn more at jobs.assurant.com.

For U.S. benefit information, visit myassurantbenefits.com. For benefit information outside the U.S., please speak with your recruiter.

What’s the culture like at Assurant?
Our unique culture is a big reason why talented people choose Assurant. Named a Best/Great Place to Work in 14 countries and awarded the Fortune America’s Most Innovative Companies recognition, we bring together top talent around the world. Although we have a wide variety of skills and experiences, we share common characteristics that are uniquely Assurant. A passion for service. An ability to innovate in practical ways. And a willingness to take chances. We call our culture The Assurant Way.

Company Overview
Assurant is a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases. A Fortune 500 company with a presence in 21 countries, Assurant supports the advancement of the connected world by partnering with the world’s leading brands to develop innovative solutions and deliver an enhanced customer experience through mobile device solutions, extended service contracts, vehicle protection services, renters insurance, lender-placed insurance products, and other specialty products.

AI and Biometric Usage

Assurant supports the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), but we want to know the real you. Visit our AI Usage Guidelines page to understand what we expect from applicants regarding their use of AI during the application process. Since we would like to know the real you, we require that all of our virtual interviews be conducted on video.

Employment is contingent upon completion of a required identity verification process, which may include biometric technology, where permitted by applicable law and subject to applicable notice and consent requirements. See our Privacy Notice to learn about Assurant’s privacy practices, including our use of AI-enabled technology, automated decision making, and biometric information.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Assurant is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not use or consider race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in employment decisions.

Job Scam Alert
Please be aware that during Assurant's application process, we will never ask for personal information such as your Social Security number, bank account details, or passwords. Learn more about what to look out for and how to report a scam here.

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