Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Position Summary

Production Supervisor – 2nd Shift (2:30 p‑11:30 p). This role is based in Wendell, NC, and will oversee operations on the 8

DJH GIS line at Siemens’ Electrification and Automation Business Unit facility. Relocation assistance is available.

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 and methods to improve operational performance.
• Direct day‑to‑day activities in production areas, including manpower movement, job assignments, time/attendance/vacation data, and pulling workloads 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 readiness on the production floor.
• 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
• 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.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 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.

Salary range: $61,547 - $105,509.