Manufacturing Supervisor
Clarios · Oregon
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Travel
- Includes overnights
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Clarios (automotive) in Oregon. , you’ll lead 15–20 unionized production team members, owning daily shift execution across battery manufacturing lines.
- They ask for
- 3+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage · overnight travel
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How this role compares
Against 27 other live manufacturing postings in Oregon.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 4+)
Typical $60k–$100k, from 8 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- CNC 46%
- Tooling 36%
- Machining 32%
- GD&T 32%
- Robotics 29%
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At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Clarios
Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. Use the team search on this page to find them.
- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
Apply with someone vouching for you
If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
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What you will do
As a Manufacturing Supervisor (Floater) at our fully integrated Clarios plant in Canby, OR, you’ll be a hands‑on leader assigned where the operation needs you most. As a floater, you will rotate across shifts, lines, or departments to provide coverage, stabilize teams, and lead through change—whether that’s covering vacancies, supporting new launches, or stepping in during peak demand.
In this role, you’ll lead 15–20 unionized production team members, owning daily shift execution across battery manufacturing lines. You’ll be accountable for safety, production targets, staffing, employee relations, and performance on the floor. This is a true frontline leadership role—solving problems in real time, coaching employees, and setting the standard for a safe, clean, and high‑performing operation.
This position is ideal for leaders who enjoy variety, adaptability, and being where leadership matters most: on the floor, with the team. With 17 manufacturing facilities across the U.S., this role also provides strong visibility and a proven path to future growth into Area Manager, Superintendent, Plant Manager, and other senior operations roles.
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 as needed
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Manufacturing Supervisor – Canby, OR (Floater)
Competitive shift differential + comprehensive benefits + clear advancement opportunities.
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
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 in Canby, Oregon, manufactures batteries for cars, boats, motorcycles, and heavy-duty trucks—and just recently had 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, and Employee Assistance Program
- •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 recognized as one of 2026's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the fourth 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.