Supervisor - Unit & Electrical Assembly - Jenbacher Engines

The Supervisor – Unit & Electrical Assembly leads day-to-day production operations within the unit and electrical assembly area at the Waukesha manufacturing site. This role is responsible for driving team performance, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards, and executing production plans to meet customer delivery commitments. This position offers a unique opportunity to play a key role in the start-up of a new manufacturing line, directly impacting operational success, team development, and process execution from the ground up. The Supervisor will coach and develop employees, maintain efficient workflows, and collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues and continuously improve assembly processes while delivering a high-quality product in a safe work environment. What you’ll do: Safety & Compliance Promote and maintain a safe working environment and ensure adherence to all safety policies and procedures Ensure proper use of equipment, PPE, and safe work practices within the assembly area Support internal and external audits and ensure compliance with company and ISO standards People Leadership & Development Lead, coach, and support team members in the unit and electrical assembly area Provide regular feedback, manage performance, and support employee development plans Develop and implement training programs for production technicians Foster a positive, engaged, and accountable team environment Operations & Execution Oversee daily production activities to meet schedule, quality, and delivery targets Establish daily, weekly, and monthly production objectives and communicate expectations to the team Proactively manage production flow to ensure on-time delivery to customers Identify and address production issues, bottlenecks, and material shortages Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with materials, engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to ensure production readiness Coordinate staffing, scheduling, and resource planning to meet business needs Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to resolve issues and align priorities Continuous Improvement & Quality Drive a culture of quality and continuous improvement within the assembly area Monitor KPIs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce cost, and enhance performance Participate in projects and other business initiatives to improve processes related to Lean operations, cost savings, new product development, safety, quality, and employee training and development Support problem-solving efforts and implement corrective actions What you’ll have: Bachelor’s degree in a manufacturing or related field OR equivalent experience (5+ years in manufacturing/assembly environment) Prior experience leading or supervising production teams Strong understanding of manufacturing, assembly processes, and production workflows Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools What will make you stand apart: Strong leader and team player with the ability to motivate and develop others Results-driven with strong ownership and accountability Ability to influence and drive change in a fast-paced environment Strong problem-solving and communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Experience with ERP systems (Oracle preferred) Additional Information: Location: Waukesha, WI Work Schedule: Onsite Monday through Friday Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. #J-18808-Ljbffr Innio