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Vertage lists this Group Leader - Manufacturing Operations opportunity in rochester, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Hiring: Group Leader - Manufacturing Operations Rochester, NY (Onsite) | Long-Term Contract | Competitive Pay + OT
Are you an experienced manufacturing leader who thrives on the production floor and enjoys leading teams in fast-paced, high-volume environments?
We're seeking a Group Leader to support a major manufacturing operation during an exciting production launch. This role offers the opportunity to lead production teams, drive operational excellence, and make a direct impact on safety, quality, and productivity.
What You'll Do
? Lead and supervise 10-30 hourly production employees
? Drive safety, quality, and production performance
? Manage daily manufacturing operations and workforce planning
? Support production launch activities
? Coach, develop, and mentor team members
? Conduct audits and ensure adherence to standardized work processes
? Collaborate with maintenance, quality, engineering, and operations teams
? Lead continuous improvement initiatives and problem-solving efforts
What We're Looking For
Must-Have Experience:
Manufacturing leadership, Group Leader, Production Supervisor, or Operations Supervisor experience
Experience leading production teams in a manufacturing environment
Strong safety and quality management background
Production planning and problem-solving experience
Workforce management and employee development experience
Preferred Skills:
Automotive manufacturing experience
Lean Manufacturing
Continuous Improvement
Standardized Work
Layered Audits
Production Launch Support
Root Cause Analysis
Six Sigma exposure
Union manufacturing environment experience
Ideal Background
Candidates currently working as:
Group Leader
Production Supervisor
Manufacturing Supervisor
Operations Supervisor
Production Team Lead
Manufacturing Team Lead
Area Supervisor
Shift Supervisor
Plant Supervisor
The Ideal Candidate
? Leads from the production floor
? Takes ownership of results
? Communicates effectively across teams
? Makes sound decisions under pressure
? Coaches and develops employees
? Drives continuous improvement and operational excellence
W2 #Contract #Local Candidates are always first priority.
Worksite address
rochester, NY, 14602, US
Who can apply
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