Job Specifications
Company Description
Headquartered in Montreal and Berlin, Vention helps manufacturers automate their operations in record time with the only hardware and software AI-powered platform built for the factory floor. Our technology powers over 25,000 machines across 4,000 factories across 5 continents and we have the privilege to work with a significant proportion of Fortune 500 manufacturers, from space rockets, to electrical cars, to robotics.
At Vention, you’ll work alongside driven and talented people who care deeply about their craft and the impact they create. We’re a team of high achievers who grow through meaningful work, solving complex challenges, learning fast, and seeing the results of our efforts every day.
We move quickly and aim high, but we do it together with care, collaboration, and respect. Our culture celebrates diverse perspectives and supports your growth through intentional development, strong leadership, and opportunities to make a real difference.
Job Description
As an Operations Supervisor at Vention…
You’ll be at the heart of our fulfillment operations, ensuring our innovative hardware and industrial automation solutions reach our customers with speed and precision. You won’t just manage a shift; you’ll help shape a high-performing team and play a key role in scaling our logistics as we redefine industrial automation. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional partners to create a seamless operation, fostering a culture where safety, quality, and teamwork are the standard.
What You’ll Do
Empower and lead your fulfillment team, fostering a collaborative environment across picking, packing, and receiving to hit our daily milestones.
Optimize the flow of orders by monitoring performance in real-time and making smart, agile adjustments to labor and resources to keep us on track.
Drive fulfillment excellence by ensuring every package meets our accuracy standards and arrives on time for shipping commitments.
Coach and mentor team members on Lean practices and safety protocols, helping everyone on the floor grow their skills and work more effectively.
Bridge the gap between teams and shifts by coordinating with other supervisors to ensure a smooth handoff and clear communication of wins and challenges.
Problem-solve on the fly, tackling operational hurdles as they arise and identifying ways we can continuously improve our processes.
Qualifications
What You Bring to the Table
We’re looking for skills, intellect, and experiences that will help you succeed in this role but we also know that various profiles (not only the one described below) could be successful. If you’re excited about what you read and think you’d be a great fit, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every single qualification.
You’ll bring
Proven leadership experience, with at least 2 years spent guiding teams in a fast-paced warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing environment.
A knack for organization and communication, allowing you to keep a complex operation running smoothly while keeping your team motivated and informed.
Comfort in a Lean, high-growth setting, where you can adapt quickly to changing priorities and help your team stay focused on the goal.
Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) or a strong ability to learn new digital tools quickly to track and report on team performance.
A curiosity to learn, a collaborative mindset, and a drive to contribute to something meaningful.
Additional Information
What We Offer
Career pathing: Real opportunities to grow through personalized development plans, bi-annual employee reviews, and mentorship program
Professional development: Continuous training in performance management, inclusive leadership, leadership operating model, team building, and giving/receiving feedback
Gender diversity & inclusion: Pay equity reviews, inclusive policies, and a Women’s Employee Resource Group offering networking, mentorship, and quarterly learning sessions.
Hybrid work: Enjoy flexibility with our hybrid model, allowing you to work from home on select days.
Community engagement: Two paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes you care about.
Central location: Regular team gatherings and a collaborative office space in the heart of Montreal, surrounded by cafés and restaurants.
Team events: All year round employee events including annual kick-off, employee summit, quarterly happy hours, and department events.
Comprehensive benefits: A complete group benefits plan for you and your family that start day one.
What To Expect In Your Interview
Initial Call
Meet the Team
Case or take-home interview
Decision & Offer
We’re committed to making every step of the process inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage, please let us know, we’ll ensure you have what you need to succeed.
Professional Growth & Development
Vention believes strongly in promotion from within. For this reason, we structured a comprehensive professional d
About the Company
Vention empowers small to large manufacturers to design, program, order, and deploy automated equipment in a one-stop-shop Manufacturing Automation Platform. Vention is headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with an additional office in Berlin, Germany. Our technology powers over 18,000 machines across 4,000 factories in 25 industries.
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