Maintenance Supervisor

Systems, LLC - Poweramp | DLM; Town of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 72,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Chamberlain Group is seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer/Engineering Manager in Germantown, WI to lead manufacturing engineering and maintenance teams. You will drive productivity improvements, apply lean and Six Sigma methods, and partner with Product Engineering to resolve production issues.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Industrial, Mechatronic or Mechanical Engineering, a Lean/Green Belt, 12+ years supervisory experience, and strong data analysis and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechatronic or Mechanical Engineering required.
• Lean manufacturing expertise with Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• 12+ years of supervisory manufacturing engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead downtime, quality, or safety issue investigations using BOMs and specifications.
• Oversee NPD process implementation, scheduling, layout, and lean principles.
• Review SPC, PFMEA, and QA tools to improve KPIs and processes.
• Coordinate budget, capital plans, and productivity initiatives with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Lean principles

Project management

Team leadership

Advanced English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechatronic or Mechanical Engineering

Lean Manufacturing Certification / Green Belt

Tools

DFM

Kaizen

Value Stream Mapping

PFMEA

SPC

Total Cost of Ownership

Job description

Systems, LLC, an affiliate of Chamberlain Group, is a U.S.-based manufacturer of loading dock equipment—marketed under the Poweramp, DLM, and McGuire brands. With manufacturing facilities in Germantown, Wisconsin and Malvern, Arkansas, all products are designed and produced in the USA using lean manufacturing techniques. We strive to recruit the best talent in the industry and give employees opportunities for continuing education and training to help them advance in their careers.

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Lead problem solving activities related to major downtime, quality or safety issues by analyzing BOMs, interpreting drawings, engineering specifications and can consult ERP basic transactions to support production in engineering related problems and for continuous improvements and KPIs
• Lead process implementation activities for NPD projects and supports schedules and timelines considering layout strategy, lean manufacturing principles and six sigma guidelines for successful implementation
• Review Quality System Tools and procedures including SPC, PFMEA, and assigns activities to improve Operational KPIs and/or solve quality related problems. Audits work instructions and Chamberlain Manufacturing System documentation
• Approve of Designs, Quotes, Purchases of fixtures, tools, workstation improvements, equipment, and processes, etc. to Support NPD, Productivity, new processes and continuous improvement, CQPs and PPAPs
• Identify opportunity areas and advises the application of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools and principles to different areas or plantwide projects to improve manufacturing, material flow and process overall performance
• Define standards and manages information regarding Industrial engineering process information like Time Study, Standard Work, Capacity, Line Balancing; create, update and audit process layout when changes are being implemented
• Assist in the development and help own capital plan; Prepares annual department budget
• Manages and executes the automation roadmap
• Develop productivity pipeline and ensure annual productivity targets are achieved
• Collaborate closely with Product Engineering to proactively troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and implement effective, timely solutions that support production continuity and continuous improvement
• Enable and schedule brainstorming sessions for ideas and follow-up on implementation of productivity projects related to labor, overhead and material through engineering tools, process automation opportunities, relay outs, capacity increases, engineering changes, etc.
• Audit and train engineers to support and elaborate Operational Safety Risks, Job Safety Analysis (ASTs) and Safety Practices for the manufacturing processes and resolves major risk points to reduce operational risk; Reviews Ergonomic guidelines and validates layout and workstations to comply with ergonomic standards
• Lead and follow up on projects and review proper management regarding schedule, constraints and resources to meet target implementation dates for assigned projects; collaborate with a cross-functional leadership team
• Manage training and skill-related development plans for manufacturing engineering and maintenance team to achieve KPIs and develop individual and team performance
• Manage, coach and mentor team on application of engineering and maintenance methods and processes
• Budgets and Calculates manufacturing engineering and maintenance staffing to meet to KPI's, annual goals, new products schedules, productivity goals and support other projects in the area roadmap
• Collaborate with facilities engineering utility systems, equipment, heating, air conditioning, ventilating, refrigeration systems, fire protection and security systems to make sure they are properly designed, operated and maintained
• Comply with health and safety guidelines and rules; managers should also ensure compliance across their teams.
• Protect Chamberlain Group’s and Multi-Fab’s reputation by keeping information confidential.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reading professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
• Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed.

Supervision Exercised

• Motivate and lead a high performance team by attracting, developing, engaging and retaining team members
• Drive the performance management and compensation processes by communicating job expectations, monitoring and evaluating performance, providing feedback and facilitating employee development per the company’s policies
• Maintain transparent communication by appropriately communicating organization information to team through department meetings, one-on-one meetings, appropriate email, IM and regular interpersonal communications
• Lead and motivate individuals and teams to create a workplace culture that is consistent with the Chamberlain Group mission, vision and values.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechatronic or Mechanic Engineering
• Green Belt
• Lean Manufacturing Certification
• 12+ years of experience
• Prior supervisory experience
• Data collection and analysis skills
• Project management skills
• Working Knowledge and Application of Lean Manufacturing, DFM, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Total Cost of Ownership
• Ability to work in an environment that embraces cross-functional collaborative team driven results
• Ability to effectively communicate in group settings to provide a simple concise message
• Demonstrated proficient interpersonal, listening and negotiation skills
• Quickly learn and have the ability to teach complicated concepts to others and engage all levels of the organization
• Advanced English proficiency

The pay range for this position is $72,300.00 - $116,775.00; base pay offered may vary depending on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. In addition to base pay, also offered is a comprehensive benefits package and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). This position is eligible for participation in a short-term incentive plan subject to the terms of the applicable plans and policies.

Chamberlain Group wants all of its employees to succeed and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and you’ll be considered for this role regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, ancestry; marital, disabled or veteran status. We’re committed to fostering an environment where people of all lived experiences feel welcome.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence [e-mail].