Manufacturing Operations Supervisor - Paint

Position Overview

International is seeking a driven and people-focused Manufacturing Operations Supervisor to lead the Main Paint Center team within Body and Paint Department at our state-of-the-art San Antonio Manufacturing Plant. As one of the industry's premier facilities producing Class 6-8 trucks and Electric Vehicles, our plant combines advanced technology, world-class manufacturing practices, and a culture of continuous improvement.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on safety, quality, productivity, and employee development. Leading a team of up to 50 hourly employees, you'll play a key role in building a high-performing culture while helping shape the future of transportation. If you're passionate about developing people, solving challenges, and driving operational excellence in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.

As International Motors continues to grow in San Antonio, we are expanding our production operations with the introduction of a night production shift. The night shift is Monday through Thursday from 5:30 PM to 4:00 AM, with production planned to begin in early 2027.

This position will initially work Day Shift and will be required to transition to Night Shift as the operation ramps up in mid-2027.

Day Shift Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 5:30 AM–4:00 PM, Some Manadatory Overtime Required.

Night Shift Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 5:30 PM–4:00 AM, Some Manadatory Overtime Required.

This is a salaried position supporting a manufacturing operation. While the primary schedule aligns with the designated production shift, employees are expected to provide operational support as needed to meet business objectives. This may require working outside normal production hours, including extended shifts, production startup activities, recovery efforts, and occasional weekend support based on operational requirements.

Shift Differential: 10% differential upon transitioning to Night Shift work schedule.

Responsibilities

Champion a strong safety culture and drive continuous safety improvements across the department

Lead, coach, mentor, and develop a team of up to 50 hourly employees to achieve their full potential

Drive quality, productivity, and operational performance to meet and exceed business goals

Manage staffing and resource allocation to ensure efficient operations and minimize downtime

Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production teams to solve problems and improve processes

Develop, implement, and maintain standard work instructions and operating procedures

Foster employee engagement and support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the team

Lead problem-solving efforts, conduct root cause analysis, and ensure corrective actions are effectively implemented and sustained

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of production/manufacturing experience

OR

Master's degree and at least 1 year of production/manufacturing experience

OR

At least 5 years of production/manufacturing experience

Additional Requirements

Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Desired Skills

Experience leading hourly teams within a manufacturing or production environment

Automotive, assembly, or manufacturing experience preferred

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies

Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint

Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-demand environment

Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization

Passion for developing people, driving results, and creating a positive team culture

Benefits and Compensation

This position offers competitive market-based compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. You can learn more about the benefits offered for this position by visiting https://careers.international.com/#benefits .

The expected salary offered for this position will fall within the stated range, with the final offer based on the candidates' applicable skills, knowledge, and experience.

Company Overview

About TRATON With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.

About International From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today, few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit International.com .

*International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to access the online application system or participate in the interview process due to your disability, please email  HUB@International.com  to request assistance. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Otherwise, your request may not be considered.

Champion a strong safety culture and drive continuous safety improvements across the department

Lead, coach, mentor, and develop a team of up to 50 hourly employees to achieve their full potential

Drive quality, productivity, and operational performance to meet and exceed business goals

Manage staffing and resource allocation to ensure efficient operations and minimize downtime

Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production teams to solve problems and improve processes

Develop, implement, and maintain standard work instructions and operating procedures

Foster employee engagement and support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the team

Lead problem-solving efforts, conduct root cause analysis, and ensure corrective actions are effectively implemented and sustained

Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of production/manufacturing experience

OR

Master's degree and at least 1 year of production/manufacturing experience

OR

At least 5 years of production/manufacturing experience