Senior Supervisor

City of Shakopee, MN; Nilai; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a proactive manufacturing leader to supervise D-Center operations, ensuring safe, efficient production of machining and welding activities. You will coach a diverse team of welders and machinists, aligning resources to meet schedules and quality standards.

You will drive continuous improvement through Lean, Kaizen, 5S, and CAPEX-related initiatives, collaborating across Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Supply Chain to achieve business goals while maintaining a

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level engineering degree or diploma in a related field.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience in manufacturing or machining environments; knowledge of EHS and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily D-Center manufacturing operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant execution of machining and welding activities.
• Manage, coach, and develop a team of welders, machinists, and operational staff to achieve departmental and business objectives.
• Coordinate manpower, materials, equipment, and production schedules to ensure on-time delivery and optimal resource utilization.
• Monitor and drive performance against key operational metrics including safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost.
• Ensure products are manufactured in accordance with engineering specifications, customer requirements, and quality standards.
• Investigate production and quality issues, implement corrective and preventive actions, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support MRB and rework activities requiring D-Center expertise and resources.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and other continuous improvement programs to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize processes.
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Planning, Supply Chain, and other cross‑functional teams to support operational and business goals.
• Monitor equipment utilization and performance, coordinating with maintenance and engineering teams to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
• Lead safety initiatives, conduct safety briefings, investigate incidents, and ensure compliance with EHS, ISO, and company requirements.
• Support audits, compliance activities, CAPEX projects, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Identify training needs, develop team capabilities, and support succession planning to build a high‑performing workforce.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, engagement, and continuous improvement throughout the D-Center organization.

Skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Lead and supervise daily D-Center manufacturing operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant execution of machining and welding activities.
• Manage, coach, and develop a team of welders, machinists, and operational staff to achieve departmental and business objectives.
• Coordinate manpower, materials, equipment, and production schedules to ensure on-time delivery and optimal resource utilization.
• Monitor and drive performance against key operational metrics including safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost.
• Ensure products are manufactured in accordance with engineering specifications, customer requirements, and quality standards.
• Investigate production and quality issues, implement corrective and preventive actions, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support MRB and rework activities requiring D-Center expertise and resources.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and other continuous improvement programs to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize processes.
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Planning, Supply Chain, and other cross‑functional teams to support operational and business goals.
• Monitor equipment utilization and performance, coordinating with maintenance and engineering teams to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
• Lead safety initiatives, conduct safety briefings, investigate incidents, and ensure compliance with EHS, ISO, and company requirements.
• Support audits, compliance activities, CAPEX projects, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Identify training needs, develop team capabilities, and support succession planning to build a high‑performing workforce.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, engagement, and continuous improvement throughout the D-Center organization.

Who You Are:

• You are a proactive and results‑oriented manufacturing leader who effectively balances people, quality, delivery, and operational performance. You build strong teams through coaching and development while driving continuous improvement and maintaining a strong commitment to safety and customer satisfaction.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or machining environment.
• Experience in a manufacturing, machining, welding, or industrial production environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production planning, and operational execution.
• Knowledge of machining and welding processes and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience leading teams and managing day‑to‑day production activities.
• Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, and analytical skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across functions.
• Knowledge of EHS requirements, quality systems, and manufacturing best practices.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience in valve manufacturing, oil & gas, machining, welding, or heavy industrial manufacturing.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, Continuous Improvement, and operational excellence methodologies.
• Experience leading CAPEX projects, equipment upgrades, or process improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with ISO quality systems and manufacturing compliance requirements.
• Experience developing teams and leading employee engagement initiatives.
• Knowledge of Fisher valve products and manufacturing processes.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

• At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

• We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.