Production Supervisor

Allison Transmission is hiring an on-site Operations Supervisor for Indianapolis, IN. 

JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS 

Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward. 
 
What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we’re driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. 

Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward! 

Benefits 

The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion. 

• Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage 

• Employer HSA contribution 

• Dental & Vision Insurance 

• Paid Parental Leave 

• Short & Long-Term Disability 

• Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance 

• 401K with generous Company match & contribution 

• Accrued Paid Time Off 

• 12 Paid Holidays 

• 8 hours paid volunteer time per year 

• Robust employee wellness program 

• Tuition assistance program & Dependent scholarship program 

• On-site blood drives 

• Voluntary employee groups open to all who wish to participate, including: Global Women’s Network, Emerging Professionals ERG, Multicultural ERG, Veterans ERG, Toastmasters Club, and more. 

Your Role at Allison 

As an Operations Supervisor, you’ll lead a team of employees in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You’ll be responsible for fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture while ensuring operational excellence through established manufacturing processes. 

Operations Supervisor Responsibilities 

In this role, you’ll lead a production team to meet safety, quality, and performance goals while building a positive and supportive work environment. 

• Supervise a team of hourly employees in a manufacturing environment, ensuring daily goals for safety, quality, productivity, responsiveness, and cost are met. 

• Build a culture of engagement by providing clear communication, supportive coaching, meaningful recognition, and transparent expectations. 

• Support team development by managing training, performance feedback, and improvement plans. 

• Monitor labor, resources, and equipment to drive efficiency and ensure on-time production. 

• Communicate key updates between shifts and across departments to ensure seamless handovers and alignment. 

• Promote a respectful, inclusive work environment and support employee relations in accordance with company policy and any applicable labor agreements. 

• Maintain and report production metrics using digital tools and shop floor performance boards. 

• Lead daily operations using Lean Manufacturing and Operational Excellence principles. 

• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and company policies while actively promoting a clean and safe workplace. 

• Serve as the go-to resource for resolving scheduling needs, addressing concerns, and supporting day-to-day team operations. 

• Collaborate across departments and support change management initiatives that align with business goals. 

What You Bring to the Team 

You bring a continuous improvement mindset and a steady leadership style that supports teams in hitting production goals while building a strong workplace culture. With strong communication skills, a passion for problem-solving, and a dedication to team motivation, you help drive results. You balance technical knowledge with people management skills to drive operational success. 

• Associate degree OR equivalent experience in manufacturing, operations, or logistics. 

• 1+ years’ experience in a manufacturing or logistics environment. 

• 0–2 years’ experience with team supervision or leadership. 

• Willingness and ability to work any assigned shift. 

Preferred 

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field. 

• 3+ years’ supervisory experience in a manufacturing or logistics environment. 

• Experience working in a unionized setting.