Leonardo DRS
Supervisor Operations
Location: West Plains, MO, US 65775
Job ID:113573
Your future starts here! Kick off 2026 with a career that makes a difference at Leonardo DRS in West Plains, MO. We’re growing and actively hiring for multiple openings across a variety of roles. If you’re motivated, ready to learn, and eager to make an impact, we want to hear from you. Explore our open positions and apply today: https://www.leonardodrs.com/careers
The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 5 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.
Job Responsibilities
Oversee the day-to-day activities of an assigned manufacturing area
Ensure product/service quality through proper utilization of resources and adherence to applicable standards
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's polices and applicable laws and regulations
Lead activities to resolve issues and problems, identifying root cause and effecting appropriate corrective action
Monitor and enable internal and external customer satisfaction
Drive continuous improvement through deployment of best practices, such as Lean Six Sigma
Maintain and continuously improve areas, which impact on Team Member safety
Hire, manage career development, and assess performance of assigned team members
Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
Attend applicable internal or external customer meetings
Participate on special project teams
Support new product introduction activities
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in related discipline or equivalent experience Bachelor’s degree preferred
Proficient technical expertise with demonstrated application
Experience with Industrial Engineering concepts and 5S/6S techniques
Knowledge and familiarity with standards (ISO, AS, etc)
Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills
Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.
Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:
Integrity
Agility
Excellence
Customer Focus
Community & Respect
Innovation
We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.
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Job ID:113573
Your future starts here! Kick off 2026 with a career that makes a difference at Leonardo DRS in West Plains, MO. We’re growing and actively hiring for multiple openings across a variety of roles. If you’re motivated, ready to learn, and eager to make an impact, we want to hear from you. Explore our open positions and apply today: https://www.leonardodrs.com/careers
The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 5 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.
Job Responsibilities
Oversee the day-to-day activities of an assigned manufacturing area
Ensure product/service quality through proper utilization of resources and adherence to applicable standards
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's polices and applicable laws and regulations
Lead activities to resolve issues and problems, identifying root cause and effecting appropriate corrective action
Monitor and enable internal and external customer satisfaction
Drive continuous improvement through deployment of best practices, such as Lean Six Sigma
Maintain and continuously improve areas, which impact on Team Member safety
Hire, manage career development, and assess performance of assigned team members
Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
Attend applicable internal or external customer meetings
Participate on special project teams
Support new product introduction activities
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in related discipline or equivalent experience Bachelor’s degree preferred
Proficient technical expertise with demonstrated application
Experience with Industrial Engineering concepts and 5S/6S techniques
Knowledge and familiarity with standards (ISO, AS, etc)
Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills
Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
#LSY
Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.
Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:
Integrity
Agility
Excellence
Customer Focus
Community & Respect
Innovation
We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.
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