Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Listed on 2026-06-20
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager
- Knightdale
- North Carolina
- United States of America - Raleigh
- North Carolina
- United States of America - Wendell
- North Carolina
- United States of America
Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first.
Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?
The Electrification and Automation (EA) Business Unit offers the full range of energy distribution systems and solutions for all markets and through all sales channels. We provide reliable power distribution grids of today while investing in our Future Grids portfolio and applications to create the power distribution grid of the future. Our comprehensive portfolio meets the growing technical requirements of today’s and tomorrow’s power grid!
The Knightdale facility will deliver integrated electrical skid assemblies that combine power distribution and power conversion equipment with protection and automation systems. Electrical skids provide outdoor rated, modular, value‑add solutions for key vertical markets to improve delivery reliability and lower total cost of ownership for customers.
Position:Production Supervisor – 1st Shift (Knightdale, NC)
We are seeking a results‑driven Production Supervisor 1st Shift to support operations on the Skid facility at our SieSAW Knightdale, NC facility. This role is a key part of an expanding supervisory team and is critical to ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality production while fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing startup environment.
Responsibilities- Leading daily production operations to achieve safety, quality, cost, and delivery (SQCD) targets while maximizing labor and equipment utilization.
- Developing and coaching a team of production associates, leaders, and trainers to drive engagement, accountability, and strong performance.
- Championing Safety, 6S, and Lean Manufacturing principles to drive continuous improvement, reduce waste, and improve throughput.
- Collaborating cross‑functionally with Engineering, Quality, Logistics, and Planning to resolve issues, support new product introductions, and implement process improvements.
- Monitoring and acting on key performance indicators (KPIs) through Tier Meetings, data analysis, and corrective actions to sustain operational performance.
Basic Qualifications:
- 5+ years of manufacturing experience, including 3+ years in a production leadership or supervisory role.
- Hands‑on experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S/6S, and process improvement, supported by strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
- Working knowledge of SAP and proficiency with standard production systems and Microsoft Office tools.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with heavy electrical equipment manufacturing and/or Lean or Six Sigma certification.
- Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work independently and partner effectively across functions.
- Experience with electrical products including switchgears LV, MV and HV, transformers, inverters, and panel boards.
- Working flexible shifts include morning, afternoon and weekends as needed.
- Health and wellness benefits (details available on the company benefits portal).
- Pay range: $61,547 – $105,509 annually. Actual wage offered may vary based on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and geographic location.
Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability,…
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