Manufacturing Operations Supervisor, Value Stream Leadership

About the role Step into a frontline leadership role at Electrochem Solutions, an Ultralife Company, in our Raynham, MA facility. As the Manufacturing Operations Supervisor, you'll guide production teams across one or more value streams to deliver on Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and People outcomes—every single day. A day in the life Start your shift with Gemba walks—observe, ask questions, listen actively, and surface opportunities to simplify, standardize, and improve. Translate operating plans into clear daily/weekly/monthly targets. Align people, materials, and equipment so the right work happens at the right time. Model an inclusive, trusting culture. Mentor associates, coach for growth, and build skills for the team's future.

Be the standard-bearer for quality:

drive adherence to the QMS, enable corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), track quality KPIs, and advance the journey toward 5 Sigma performance. Execute production plans collaboratively with Planning, Customer Service, and cross-functional partners, applying Lean principles to reduce variation and eliminate waste. Audit rigorously—5S, Safety, Quality, and Production checks—to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures. Keep performance steady across handoffs by communicating effectively between shifts and departments and by sharing best practices.

Lead sustained change:

monitor production, drive improvement activities, and practice Leader Standard Work. Maintain enterprise alignment through tactical execution of operating plans and regular updates to Value Stream Maps. Perform other duties as assigned. What you bring

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business preferred; or a High School diploma/Associate's degree plus 5+ years of proven people leadership.

Experience:

3-5 years in manufacturing with a track record of meeting throughput and quality targets and applying Lean concepts. Leadership capabilities Clarity on what leadership looks like in practice—setting a shared vision and aligning the organization to act. Team-first mindset; you cultivate collaboration and put the team before self. Disciplined execution—focus on the critical few priorities that move results. Exceptional communication and interpersonal strengths; bias for action; decisive problem-solving. Preferred proficiencies Continuous Improvement Supervisory Experience Lean Manufacturing Principles Coaching and Mentoring Experience Six Sigma Experience

ISO 9001

Certification Experience

ERP & MRP

Systems Compensation note The wage range for this role reflects multiple considerations, including skills, experience, training, licensure/certifications, and broader business needs. Equal Opportunity & Accessibility Ultralife Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department at hr@ulbi.com.