Schweitzer Engineering Labs

Senior Manufacturing Supervisor

Schweitzer Engineering Labs • $88K — $132K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Ability to model and teach SEL Values to a diverse audience
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant business systems (e.g., Dynamics AX)
  • Effective at prioritizing, organizing, and delegating tasks
  • Experience with process improvement and Lean Manufacturing techniques
  • Quick learner with capacity to adapt to new responsibilities

Responsibilities

  • Monitor process indicators and implement necessary actions to meet department goals
  • Provide regular feedback, mentorship, and performance reviews to employees
  • Guide supervisors in aligning their goals with organizational objectives
  • Lead change initiatives and engage employees in the process
  • Assess and oversee department training needs and programs
  • Address personnel issues effectively and promote a positive work environment
  • Audit processes and implement action plans for improvement

Benefits

  • 100% employee-owned, with stock ownership plan and 401(k) options
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Generous time off including 10 paid holidays, 12 days of vacation, and 9 sick days
  • Paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of pay
  • Opportunities for professional growth through STEM courses, tuition assistance, and engineering development
  • Additional wellness and flexible spending benefits
Full Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Actively monitor process indicators to ensure identification, collaboration and effective implementation of necessary actions to achieve department objectives.

2. Monitor employee performance, regularly provide employee feedback, empower, mentor and coach employees, write and deliver performance reviews, and assist employees in setting goals.

3. Mentor supervisors and align their goals with organizational objectives.

4. Identify change initiatives and engage employees in positively implementing and communicating change.

5. Responsible for assessing department training needs, overseeing department training program and driving training initiatives.

6. Proactively and effectively address personnel issues and settle differences equitably and productively.

7. Audit department processes, identify and implement action plans to address gaps.

8. Coordinate and provide input to engineering staff and participate in new product launches.

9. Justify staffing and capital needs through the collection and reporting of data.

10. Utilize and teach advanced process improvement techniques and Lean Manufacturing tools to others.

11. Implement safety initiatives promote safety standards to others  

12. Model, teach, and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.  

13. Understand. Create. Simplify.  

14. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
6+ years of supervisory experience
Demonstrated ability to model, mentor and teach SEL Values to others
Proven ability to communicate professionally, respectfully and openly to a diverse audience.
Proven ability to prioritize, organize and delegate work; intervene to remove obstacles as needed.
Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing processes and product flow for up and downstream departments.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and department's business systems (Lotus Notes, Dynamics AX, SQS, etc.)
Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
Ability to quickly learn new skills, assume new responsibilities and continuously identify, measure and improve process.
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications
College degree (BS or BA)
Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and department's business systems (Lotus Notes, Dynamics AX, SQS, etc.)

Physical Requirements
None

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

  • We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
  • We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
  • We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
  • We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.  
  • Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

 Pay Range Data: $88,400 - $132,700 per year


Our compensation ranges are based on the responsibilities of the role. Starting pay is determined individually and considers factors such as relevant experience, skills, knowledge and training. Candidates may be considered at different levels, based on their background. As a result, pay may vary to align with the level of the role.

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About Schweitzer Engineering Labs

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL) designs, manufactures, and supports products and services ranging from generator and transmission protection to distribution automation and control systems. Founded in 1982 by Edmund O. Schweitzer III, SEL is headquartered in Pullman, Washington, and has operations in over 80 countries. SEL's products and services are used by utilities, industrial companies, and transportation systems to ensure the safe and reliable operation of their power systems. SEL is known for its innovative solutions and commitment to customer service, and has won numerous awards for its products and workplace culture.
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