Manufacturing Supervisor (Engineering)
Manufacturing Supervisor – Portland, OR (Third Shift)
Competitive shift differential + comprehensive benefits + clear advancement opportunities.
What you will do
As a Manufacturing Supervisor at our fully integrated Clarios plant near Portland, Oregon, you will lead third-shift operations, supervising 15-20 unionized production team members across battery manufacturing lines. This overnight leadership role 11:00PM-08:00 AM comes with dedicated management support and on-call maintenance resources to ensure you have the tools needed for success. You'll be responsible for ensuring production targets are met, maintaining proper staffing levels, fostering strong employee relations, and upholding a safe, clean, and high-performing work environment. This role directly supports our commitment to quality, efficiency, and operational excellence. This is where leadership matters most, the frontline. With 17 facilities across the United States there is plenty of opportunity to grow and develop into Area Manager, Superintendent, and Plant Manager level roles and more.
How you will do it
Train production team members to perform work assignments safely, efficiently, and in alignment with plant standards and union agreements
Build strong employee relationships through consistent coaching, fair application of company policies, and effective collaboration with union representatives
Manage shift staffing to meet production goals, and support cross-functional team operations as needed
Review team performance, facilitate improvement discussions, and align individual contributions with plant objectives
Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and housekeeping policies and procedures
Oversee machine and equipment maintenance coordination within your area, working with on-call maintenance support
Track and report key performance indicators including scrap, output per person/hour, and production efficiency metrics
Investigate material variances and recommend improvements
Encourage team-driven ideas for process, equipment, and quality enhancements
What we look for
Required:
Minimum of 3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
Proven ability to work effectively during overnight hours and manage third-shift operations
Preferred:
High-volume production experience in automotive, battery, or similar manufacturing industries
Experience working in a union environment and managing collective bargaining agreements
Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience
Bachelor's degree is a plus but not a requirement
What we do here
Our fully integrated plant near Portland, Oregon, manufactures batteries for cars, boats, motorcycles, and heavy-duty trucks—and is nearing its 50th year of operation. Since opening in 1973, we've grown to employ more than 235 people and operate six days per week with a stable, experienced workforce. Our team is actively engaged in the community and supports local organizations such as the Rotary Club and neighborhood schools. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits including tuition reimbursement, and clear pathways for advancement to area management and plant leadership roles.
Veterans: Your leadership translates here.
At Clarios, we value the operational discipline, leadership, and mission-focus that veterans bring to manufacturing roles. If you've led teams, executed under pressure, and upheld high standards in complex environments—your experience aligns with this position. We proudly support veteran hiring and encourage those with military supervisory experience to apply. With several Oregon National Guard units based in the Portland area, we recognize the unique skills and dedication you offer. You've served with excellence; now help us build with it.
What you get:
- Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
- Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
- Parental and caregiver leave programs
- All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits
- Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership
- HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility
- Clarios has been recogizned as one of 2024's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the second consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.
Who we are:
Clarios is the force behind the world's most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we're not just making batteries; we're shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, gender, ethnicity, and all other characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.
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