Industrial Equipment Build SupervisorWhere: Knightstown, IndianaWhen: 1st Shift, Mon–Thu, 4:00 AM–2:30 PMType: Direct HireWhy this roleJoin a production team that turns components into complete machines. You’ll supervise and contribute to the assembly of mechanical and electro-mechanical equipment, ensuring every order is built safely, accurately, and on schedule.What you’ll doLead the line: set daily direction, assign tasks, and balance labor to meet changing priorities.Build with the team: perform hands-on assembly of mechanical, hydraulic, and electro-mechanical systems.Use the right tools: hand tools, wrenches, torque tools, thread sealants, and measuring equipment.Follow the plan: interpret drawings, work instructions, and BOMs to execute standard work.Train and develop: onboard new hires, cross-train teammates, and provide real-time coaching.Uphold standards: conduct in-process, final, and secondary inspections; document inspection results and maintain serial-number records.Drive flow: communicate material shortages and scheduling concerns; help receive materials and prepare finished goods for shipment.Own the numbers: enter labor, material usage, inventory transactions, and work-order updates into the ERP/production system; verify accuracy.Guard the stock: monitor inventory levels, ensure proper receiving/issuing, and perform cycle counts to maintain accuracy.Support the team: track attendance, productivity, and performance; raise issues to management as appropriate.Collaborate: participate in daily production meetings to share priorities, constraints, and resource needs.Keep it safe and organized: maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area; model teamwork, accountability, and quality.Leadership and peopleInterview support: help evaluate prospective production team members.Skill-building: mentor employees to expand versatility across the production area.Clarity: ensure everyone understands daily goals and expectations.What you bringManufacturing/assembly or machine-building experience.Previous team lead/supervisory or strong informal leadership background.Solid mechanical aptitude and hands-on assembly proficiency.Experience with mechanical, hydraulic, and/or electro-mechanical assembly.Comfort with hand and torque tools, wrenches, and basic measuring devices.Ability to read drawings, BOMs, and work instructions.ERP/work-order/inventory system familiarity.Organized, analytical, and able to prioritize in a fast-changing environment.Strong communicator who can train, coach, and motivate.Detail-focused, quality-driven, and willing to pitch in wherever needed.Great-to-have backgroundsEquipment assembly, machine building, hydraulic assembly, electro-mechanical assembly, industrial equipment, or custom manufacturing.Tools, methods, and domains you knowIndustrial and Manufacturing EngineeringFood and Beverage ManufacturingManufacturing Instruction (MI)Design for Manufacturability (DFM)Lean Manufacturing PrinciplesGood Manufacturing Practices (GMP)Automotive Manufacturing SystemsAerospace ManufacturingExperience in a Manufacturing EnvironmentIf you’re ready to combine people leadership with hands-on building, we’d love to talk.