Electrical Shop Supervisor

Dürr; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dürr Systems, LLC is seeking a capable supervisor to lead electrical panel and wiring cost estimation, resource planning, and procurement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role emphasizes accurate cost control, schedule adherence, and collaboration with engineering and operations teams.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience with electrical panels, union relations, and process optimization, while working with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and maintain quality

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Eight or more years of related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Understanding of control panel assembly costs and timelines.
• Knowledge of union collective bargaining agreements.
• Experience with paint finishing processes and related systems.

Responsibilities

• Estimate control panel and product wiring costs.
• Generate electrical manufacturing cockpit charts.
• Manage the control panel assembly process and allocate resources to meet project schedules.
• Maintain and update the database of electrical product costs/history.
• Update maintenance procedures and records for equipment.
• Attend and input manufacturing strategy meetings.
• Purchase electrical components.
• Administer union personnel decisions including hiring and layoffs.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction in electrical panel shop.

Skills

Read electrical schematics

Panel assembly process knowledge

Union relations knowledge

Time/cost awareness

Project scheduling

Microsoft Office

SAP familiarity

Problem solving

Team leadership

Adaptability

Communication

Technical writing

Independent worker

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

• Estimate control panel and product wiring costs
• Manage the control panel assembly process and assign the necessary resources to meet project schedules
• Maintain and update the database of electrical product costs / history
• Update and maintain equipment preventative maintenance procedures and records
• Attend and input manufacturing strategy meetings
• Purchase electrical components
• Management and control of union personnel including hiring and layoffs
• Establish and maintain electrical panel shop continuous improvement and cost reduction programs

Essential Functions

• Estimate control panel and product wiring costs
• Generate electrical manufacturing cockpit charts
• Manage the control panel assembly process and assign the necessary resources to meet project schedules
• Maintain and update the database of electrical product costs / history
• Update and maintain equipment preventative maintenance procedures and records
• Attend and input manufacturing strategy meetings
• Purchase electrical components
• Management and control of union personnel including hiring and layoffs
• Establish and maintain electrical panel shop continuous improvement and cost reduction programs

Nonessential Functions

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required
• Eight or more years of position related experience
• Able to read and interpret electrical schematics
• Good understanding of the control panel assembly process as it relates to time impacts on product and fabrication costs
• Good understanding of union collective bargaining agreements
• Good understanding of assembly and construction processes as they relate to time impacts on product and fabrication costs
• Good understanding of and experience with paint finishing related products and systems
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of SAP is a plus
• Ability to understand and maintain project schedules
• Good time management skills
• Good organizational skills
• Good verbal communication skills
• Good technical writing skills
• Able to effectively communicate with engineering and estimating departments, contractors, suppliers, and customers
• Able to work well independently and in a team environment
• Able to technically define problems and propose solutions
• Adaptable to change in a learning environment
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate a team
• Willing and able to work overtime, weekends, and holidays when necessary

Physical Demands

While performing duties of job, incumbent is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and use hands and arms. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and distance vision.

Dürr Systems, LLC

Dürr Systems, LLC has been present in the United States since 1970 and operates multiple locations across the United States, including facilities in Michigan and Wisconsin. The largest site is in Southfield, Michigan, which serves as the main center for operations. Dürr employs people across the country who support a wide range of market segments. Dürr Systems USA plans, builds, and installs complete, state-of-the-art paint shops and final assembly facilities, supported by DXQ, Dürr's digital products suite. The company also offers advanced automated painting, sealing, and gluing application technologies, as well as high-viscosity material handling solutions. In addition to serving the automotive industry, Dürr Systems provides premium application technology products for the general industry. In the field of electrode manufacturing, Dürr Systems enhances quality, cost efficiency, and speed to market lithium-ion battery electrode coating through its advanced development and manufacturing coating systems. Committed to innovation, excellence, and customized solutions, Dürr Systems addresses the diverse needs of its North American customers with precision and reliability.

Dürr Systems, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.