Operations Supervisor Job at General Motors (West Chester)

Operations Supervisor

General Motors

Location:
United States , West Chester

Category:
Manufacturing

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

80700.00 - 109400.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

We are seeking an Operations Supervisor in the warehouse distribution center to oversee daily operations, manage our represented workforce team, manage inventory, ensure quality control, and supervise the receiving of inbound shipments. This team member must be able to rotate into first and second shift, given the business needs. This leadership role requires ensuring compliance with safety regulations and maintaining the timeliness of shipments to our customers. The ideal candidate for this entry level position is professional, has managerial courage, willing to learn the business, a problem solver, and demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior. Within this role the Operations Supervisor position is a leadership role that will be supported with on-the-job training, professional development and opportunities for career growth.

Job Responsibility:

Demonstrates expertise in knowledge of the processes required to perform, and ensures they are effectively performing job responsibilities utilizing standardized methods
Motivates direct reports and/or business partners through effective communication, training, coaching, development, and recognition
Identifies opportunities for improvement using tools such as layered audits
Achieves Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, and Cost key performance indicators
Cultivates a safety culture, and implements and enforces workplace safety rules and policies
Implements GMS and lean principles
Models GM's cultural behaviors and always demonstrates the highest level of integrity
Maintains good working relationships and communicates with employees, union representatives, and management team
May evaluate team performance, and promotes continuous improvement
Achieves quality standards by communicating goals and leveraging resources to solve problems
Understands and consistently administers company policies
May completes administrative tasks such as timekeeping, and maintain departmental records and reports
Performs all other duties as assigned
Trains, develops and evaluates employee
Keeps abreast of parts distribution center/materials warehouse performance reports and costs
Oversee and guide department operations
Lead, train, and evaluate a team of union team members
Foster a positive and collaborative environment between peers and union partners
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and industry regulations

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
Must be willing to work 1st or 2nd as determined by business needs
Must be willing to work overtime (including weekends as needed)
Ability to develop, maintain, and analyze data
Organizational and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office i.e. Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook
Professional communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Nice to have:

Previous supervisory experience in a union environment
3-5 years' experience supervising employees in a manufacturing, warehouse, or logistics environment

What we offer:

medical
dental
vision
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
retirement savings plan
sickness and accident benefits
life insurance
paid vacation & holidays
tuition assistance programs
employee assistance program
GM vehicle discounts

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 23, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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