Supervisor, Production
Des Moines, IA 
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About the Role:


The Supervisor of Operations is entrusted with the management of the production department during a designated shift. This pivotal role involves overseeing day-to-day production activities, ensuring adherence to quality standards, meeting production goals, and honoring client deadlines.


Essential Job Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the Operations Manager to devise and monitor internal and external procedures, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and efficiency.
  • Cultivate an empowering culture that fosters associate ownership, accountability, and engagement.
  • Conduct quality control checks to uphold standards of quality and timeliness across all production tasks.
  • Provide comprehensive training to new and transitioning employees on equipment operation and quality procedures.
  • Supervise the production schedule and monitor progress, ensuring alignment with predefined objectives.
  • Verify the accuracy of turnover communication and facilitate personnel appraisal processes.
  • Contribute to the development of production goals and lead the team in achieving them.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional and cross-site teams to develop and implement improvement initiatives.
  • Monitor workflow, assign duties as needed to meet Service Level Agreements, and identify opportunities for process optimization.
  • Support corporate leadership and initiatives, effectively communicating production reports and statistics.
  • Address employee issues related to discipline, performance management, and salary recommendations.


Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Three to five years of experience in a leadership role, with a proven track record of success.
  • Three to five years of experience in remittance lockbox operations.
  • Ability to develop action plans for process improvements resulting in efficiencies and cost savings.
  • Thorough understanding of job flow and downstream process impacts on production.
  • Exceptional leadership abilities, including staff development, innovation, strategic planning, and risk management.
  • Strong motivational skills and the ability to foster a cohesive team environment.
  • Excellent troubleshooting and conflict resolution skills.
  • Flexibility and adaptability in managing changing priorities.
  • Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
  • Resourcefulness in developing alternative methods to achieve desired outputs when necessary.
  • Strong personnel leadership skills, including motivation, coaching, and positive direction.
  • Effective communication and organizational abilities.
  • May require occasional travel, up to 10%.
  • Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
  • Extended periods of standing and/or sitting.
  • Utilization of electronic equipment, including computers and telephones, for extended durations.

Exela is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equality opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will considered for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, gender/sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.


 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
3 to 5 years
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