Integration Manager

About the role

Panelmatic is seeking an experienced and results-driven Integration Manager to lead and oversee integration operations at the Conroe facility. The Integration Manager will be responsible for the overall performance of the integration department, including production planning, team leadership, project execution, quality, safety, testing, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for the Integration Department.
• Manage, develop, and support Integration Supervisors, Leads, Technicians, and other department personnel.
• Establish daily, weekly, and long-term production priorities based on project schedules and customer requirements.
• Ensure adequate staffing and resources are available to meet production and delivery commitments.
• Monitor employee performance, productivity, attendance, and development.
• Establish clear expectations and hold employees accountable for safety, quality, productivity, and performance.
• Participate in hiring, interviewing, onboarding, training, coaching, and performance management activities.
• Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of skilled integration personnel.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Identify training needs and establish development plans for integration employees.
• Conduct regular department meetings and communicate company, project, and production priorities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 7+ years of experience in industrial control panel manufacturing, electrical integration, automation, or a related manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing, electrical, or integration environment.
• Strong knowledge of industrial control systems, PLCs, VFDs, instrumentation, and automation equipment.
• Strong understanding of electrical panel construction and integration.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and layout drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop production teams.
• Experience managing production schedules, labor utilization, and department performance.
• Strong organizational, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform work within a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in Electrical Technology, Electrical Engineering, Automation, Industrial Systems, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Experience managing an electrical integration or control panel manufacturing department.
• Familiarity with UL508A, NEC, and applicable industrial electrical standards.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement experience.
• Experience with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
• Experience working with custom electrical control panels and automation systems.
• Experience managing multiple projects with competing priorities.
• Experience developing department KPIs and performance metrics.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, HSA, term life, AD&D, STD, LTD
• 100% medical premium paid for by Panelmatic for the employee-only level medical coverage
• 80% paid for by Panelmatic and 20% paid for by the employee on all other level medical coverage
• 401(k) contributions matched 100% up to 4%
• Scholarships, educational reimbursement, paid volunteerism, and paid personal and professional development provided
• PTO and paid holidays provided
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive wages
• Family-friendly environment with average employee tenure above five years