Operations Team Lead

What you will do

As a Operations Team Lead 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.

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:

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment or warehouse environment.
• Proven ability to work effectively during overnight hours and manage third-shift operations as needed

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.

Veterans/Military Spouses:

We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion-where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing [email protected]. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all 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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