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 - 6:30am - 5:00pm Monday through Thursday, Overtime 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 (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) 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
We are looking for leaders who:
Take ownership - follow through and close gaps
Are comfortable being held accountable and holding others accountable
Coach more than they direct - build capability in others instead of doing it themselves
Stay calm under pressure and bring solutions, not noiseSpeak up when something isn't right - especially around safety and quality
Value consistency over heroics
Desired Skills:
Prior experience leading teams in a production environment
Experience developing Team Leaders or front-line leadership
Strong understanding of standard work and daily management systems
Ability to run production while developing people at the same time
Experience improving stability in a fast-paced environment
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.
Salary Minimum: USD $74,400.00/Yr.
Salary Maximum: USD $111,600.00/Yr.
Company Overview
About TRATONWith its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP (https://traton.com/) 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 InternationalFrom 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.
*International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.
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.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to access the online application system or participate in the interview process due to your disability, please email?HUB@International.com?to request assistance. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Otherwise, your request may not be considered.
