Manufacturing Shop Operations Team Manager- C-Shift

Manufacturing Shop Operations Team Manager- C Shift

We are looking for a hands-on and driven Manufacturing Shop Operations Team Manager to lead the C-Shift operations at our manufacturing facility in Louisville, KY. This position plays a critical role in ensuring production goals are met safely, efficiently, and in alignment with Atmus’ core values of integrity, collaboration, and innovation.

This leader will be responsible for supervising C-shift team members, supporting cross-functional collaboration, and driving continuous improvement across operations.
 

• Lead, coach, and support C-shift production team members to meet safety, quality, and delivery objectives.
• Foster a culture of safety, ensuring compliance with OSHA, environmental regulations, and Atmus safety standards.
• Manage shift-level KPIs including production output, scrap reduction, labor utilization, and downtime.
• Oversee and coordinate shift activities to meet production schedules and customer demands.
• Partner with Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues.
• Facilitate shift handovers and maintain strong communication with other shift leaders and plant leadership.
• Champion lean manufacturing initiatives, driving process improvements and operational excellence.
• Conduct regular performance check-ins, provide feedback, and support career development of team members.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of production documentation and shift reports.
• Manage attendance, scheduling, and shift staffing to ensure optimal coverage.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience in manufacturing operations leadership. 
• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Experience

• 2–5 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment; filtration, automotive, or industrial product experience preferred.
• Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, shift-based environment.
• Strong working knowledge of lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement practices.
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with manufacturing systems (ERP, MES, etc.) is a plus.
• Must be available to work the C-Shift. 
   

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a standing position and move throughout a manufacturing facility for extended periods.
• Capable of lifting up to 40 lbs and working in a production environment (noise, temperature, machinery exposure).