Supervisor, Product Development Laboratory

The Supervisor, Product Development Laboratory is responsible for supervising assigned Product Development Testing team activities comprising one or more of the following: engineers, technicians, model makers and modal strain personnel. Assigned responsibility will be related to one or more of the following: product engineering support, laboratory testing, model making, and/or modal strain testing. Key responsibilities include assignment and follow up of resources to complete all activities required to support assigned product development project and sustaining engineering activities. Reviews and assigns laboratory work orders to team members. Ensures proper training, setup, testing, equipment use are provided or utilized to support successful completion of assigned activities.This position will serve Rheem North America, and located in Montgomery, AL. This is an on-site position. At Rheem, we engineer products for life. For home life. For work life. For the life of the planet we all share. Backed by over 100 years of expertise, we’re passionate about product innovation and boldly committed to sustainability. Our full line of global air and water solutions deliver reliable performance, comfort and energy savings for residential and commercial applications worldwide. From engineers to accountants, sales professionals to support experts, Rheem depends on people to power our innovations. Join Rheem and help shape the future of products that impact lives—every day. Our Behavior Based Values set us apart: Listening to Understand – Open mind, learning from others, accepting feedback, embracing the objectiveContributing Respectfully - Sharing opinions, valuing ideas, sharing opposing perspectives with respectThinking Creatively – Applying creativity, seeking improvements, understanding from the customers’ lensActing with Responsibility – Owning decisions and actions, acting with integrity, embracing accountability Rheem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rheem encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including those of any race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The job description above has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements. For U.S. Based jobs, please note that Rheem is unable to hire candidates to be employed in the following states: Alaska, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Idaho, Mississippi, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, or Vermont. Rheem and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed Recruitment Services Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee. Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Preferred) or an equivalent combination of education, technical training, certifications, and experience.5+ years’ experience in one of the following or related fields along with demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments:Laboratory testing of HVAC, Water Heaters or other appliancesEngineering design or applied research of HVAC, Water Heaters or other appliancesModel making of HVAC, Water Heaters or other appliances Modal strain of HVAC, Water Heaters or other appliances Must have a proven track record of project related successDemonstrated ability to work well with others in a matrix team environmentHistory of regular and consistent attendance at workExperience in presenting information to groups, directors, or top managementStrong Mathematical skillsAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations with limited standardization.Strong interpersonal and coordination skillsStrong organizational and time management skills to manage multiple assignments at one time Must be proficient in MS Office suiteHOW TO STAND OUTBachelor’s Degree in Mechanical engineeringDemonstrated knowledge in all areas of applicable test standardsTechnician accreditation to one or more test standardsWorking knowledge of Oracle ERP#LI-FM1#LI-OnsiteSupervise activities assigned to Laboratory team members. Serve as a mentor and coach and periodically review nonexempt and exempt employees.Review laboratory work orders and assign Laboratory team members. Ensure proper training, setup, instrumentation, equipment, materials, testing, modal strain techniques, and modal making techniques are utilized to support successful product testing. Ensure accuracy of activities and appropriate forms are being utilized to communicate the results.Assign priority to work ordersWorks with Lab Management to support implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of Laboratory equipment and instrumentation. Ensure predictive maintenance activities are being done correctly and on time. Works with Lab Management to provide training and guidance to Laboratory team members as necessary to ensure correct Laboratory protocols are being safely applied.Manage and facilitate the communication process among the various departments to ensure assigned laboratory testing, model making and/or modal strain requirements are understood. Works with Lab Management to support development of Laboratory Standard Operating procedures (SOP).Has general ability to facilitate team activities necessary to achieve team objectives.Interpret instructions and company policies to subordinates. Assume responsibilities for maintaining a standard of performance and training of new personnel, maintenance and improvements of costs, and control of quality and quantity of work of employees.Works with Lab Management to develop training curriculum for Laboratory personnel on testing, model making, modal strain, equipment and instrumentation processes.Has ability to document team activity.Periodically review nonexempt and exempt employees and recommend for approval merit and/or promotional increases.Must attend work regularlyPerform other duties as assignedFull timePosting Date: 2026-10-08