Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

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About the role

This position is based in Wendell, NC, the U.S. headquarters for the Electrification and Automation (EA) Business Unit, which offers energy distribution systems and solutions for all markets. The EA Business Unit focuses on photovoltaic inverters, medium-voltage power distribution equipment, low-voltage motor control centers, and retrofit and replacement circuit breakers. Relocation assistance may be available.

As a Production Supervisor, you will oversee all aspects of production operations, including workforce management, process optimization, quality assurance, and cross-functional collaboration. This role is critical to ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production while fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, and manage daily production activities to meet or exceed safety, quality, cost, and delivery (SQCD) targets.
• Supervise and develop a team of production associates, ensuring high levels of engagement, performance, and accountability.
• Champion 6S, Safety, and Lean Manufacturing principles to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Logistics, and Planning teams to resolve production issues and implement process improvements.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), identifying trends and taking corrective actions as needed.
• Optimize labor and equipment utilization to maximize throughput and minimize downtime.
• Utilize the Tier Meeting process to track and assess key operational metrics and implement actions to improve operational performance.
• Direct day-to-day activities in production areas, including manpower movement, job assignments, time/attendance/vacation data, and workload management to meet customer needs.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and company policies.
• Support new product introductions and engineering changes by coordinating resources and ensuring production floor readiness.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks, reduce waste, and improve cycle times.
• Maintain accurate records of production activities, labor hours, and material usage in SAP.
• Manage production order workflows and updates in Salesforce.com.
• Oversee time and attendance tracking using Dayforce, ensuring accurate payroll and compliance.
• Participate in internal and external audits, customer visits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote a culture of ownership, collaboration, and innovation across the team.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a production setting.
• Working knowledge of SAP in a manufacturing context.
• Proven experience with Lean Manufacturing, process improvement, and 5S implementation.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team-building skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven mindset.
• Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in switchboard or electrical equipment assembly and manufacturing.
• Technical training or certifications in manufacturing, operations, or lean methodologies.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and regulatory compliance in a manufacturing environment.
• Six Sigma Green Belt/Lean Certification.

Pay

$61,547 – $105,509