Manufacturing Production Supervisor I

Manufacturing Production Supervisor I

Inside the Role

As a Manufacturing Production Supervisor I, you will lead a dedicated shop floor team committed to safety, quality, and operational excellence within our Engine Assembly and Transmission Assembly lines. At DTNA, our manufacturing environment thrives on collaboration, continuous improvement, and a shared pride in building the future of commercial vehicles. In this role, you will champion a culture of safety and accountability while directly coaching assembly technicians to meet production targets for these critical powertrain components. This position offers a dynamic environment where you will sharpen your leadership capabilities, gain deep exposure to lean manufacturing systems, and directly influence the efficiency of our primary assembly lines.

What You Drive at DTNA

• Oversee daily operations and throughput for the Engine Assembly and Transmission Assembly production lines.
• Lead daily shift huddles and coordinate manpower assignments to ensure optimal production line balancing.
• Enforce corporate safety protocols and conduct regular audits to maintain a zero-incident shop floor environment.
• Monitor and drive key performance indicators (KPIs) including powertrain assembly quality targets, defect reduction, and schedule adherence.
• Coach, mentor, and evaluate assembly technicians to foster professional growth, cross-training, and strong team morale.
• Troubleshoot operational bottlenecks in real-time, collaborating cross-functionally with Powertrain Engineering and Quality teams to resolve issues.
• Champion Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives by identifying waste and implementing lean manufacturing principles (TOS/VPS) on the line.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• BS/BA and 4 years of relevant experience preferred OR 6+ years relevant experience leading teams of people in a high-volume manufacturing or logistics setting in lieu of a degree.
• Strong baseline knowledge of manufacturing processes, mechanical assembly operations, or industrial production environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and handle conflict resolution within a diverse team on a fast-paced shop floor.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional support teams.
• Basic proficiency with digital tools, shop floor tracking software, or standard office suites (e.g., Microsoft Office).

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Prior supervisory or team lead experience specifically focused on automotive, heavy truck, or aerospace powertrain (engine/transmission) assembly.
• Hands-on experience applying Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or 5S methodologies to eliminate waste.
• Proven track record of participating in or leading continuous improvement (CI) workshops or Kaizen events.
• Proficiency using Workday or plant floor management systems to track attendance, scheduling, and line performance.

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s):

Byesville, OH US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Onsite

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

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