Manufacturing Production Supervisor I

Daimler Truck North America; Byesville (OH); On-site; USD 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

401k with company match

Paid vacation 4 weeks

15 holidays

Parental leave 8 weeks

Employee assistance program

Healthcare & wellness programs

Onsite fitness

Tuition assistance

Volunteer time off

Disability insurance

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America is seeking a Manufacturing Production Supervisor I to lead a dedicated shop floor team on Engine and Transmission Assembly lines in Byesville, OH. The role focuses on safety, quality, and production targets while coaching technicians to improve throughput and line balance.

You will mentor staff, apply lean practices, and work with cross-functional teams to resolve bottlenecks, supporting continuous improvement and a zero-incident culture on the production floor.

Qualifications

• BS/BA and 4 years of relevant experience preferred OR 6+ years relevant experience leading teams in a high-volume manufacturing or logistics setting in lieu of a degree.
• Strong baseline knowledge of manufacturing processes, mechanical assembly operations, or industrial production environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and handle conflict resolution within a diverse team on a fast-paced shop floor.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional support teams.
• Basic proficiency with digital tools, shop floor tracking software, or standard office suites (e.g., Microsoft Office).

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and throughput for the Engine Assembly and Transmission Assembly production lines.
• Lead daily shift huddles and coordinate manpower assignments to ensure optimal production line balancing.
• Enforce corporate safety protocols and conduct regular audits to maintain a zero-incident shop floor environment.
• Monitor and drive KPIs including powertrain assembly quality targets, defect reduction, and schedule adherence.
• Coach, mentor, and evaluate assembly technicians to foster professional growth, cross-training, and strong team morale.
• Troubleshoot operational bottlenecks in real-time, collaborating cross-functionally with Powertrain Engineering and Quality teams to resolve issues.
• Champion Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives by identifying waste and implementing lean manufacturing principles (TOS/VPS) on the line.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Conflict resolution

Communication

Digital tools

Education

BS/BA + 4 years experience

Tools

Workday

Job description

Inside the Role

As a Manufacturing Production Supervisor I, you will lead a dedicated shop floor team committed to safety, quality, and operational excellence within our Engine Assembly and Transmission Assembly lines. At DTNA, our manufacturing environment thrives on collaboration, continuous improvement, and a shared pride in building the future of commercial vehicles. In this role, you will champion a culture of safety and accountability while directly coaching assembly technicians to meet production targets for these critical powertrain components. This position offers a dynamic environment where you will sharpen your leadership capabilities, gain deep exposure to lean manufacturing systems, and directly influence the efficiency of our primary assembly lines.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of$78,000 - $100,000 USD

• annual bonus program
• 401kcompany contribution with company match up to6% as well as non-elective company contribution of3 - 7% depending on age
• starting at 4 weeks paidvacation
• 15 calendar holidays
• 8 weeks paidparental leave
• employee assistance program
• comprehensive healthcare plans and wellnessprograms
• onsite fitness (at some locations)
• tuitionassistance and volunteer paid time off
• short-termand long-term disability plans

What You Drive At DTNA

• Oversee daily operations and throughput for the Engine Assembly and Transmission Assembly production lines.
• Lead daily shift huddles and coordinate manpower assignments to ensure optimal production line balancing.
• Enforce corporate safety protocols and conduct regular audits to maintain a zero-incident shop floor environment.
• Monitor and drive key performance indicators (KPIs) including powertrain assembly quality targets, defect reduction, and schedule adherence.
• Coach, mentor, and evaluate assembly technicians to foster professional growth, cross-training, and strong team morale.
• Troubleshoot operational bottlenecks in real-time, collaborating cross-functionally with Powertrain Engineering and Quality teams to resolve issues.
• Champion Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives by identifying waste and implementing lean manufacturing principles (TOS/VPS) on the line.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• BS/BA and 4 years of relevant experience preferred OR 6+ years relevant experience leading teams of people in a high-volume manufacturing or logistics setting in lieu of a degree.
• Strong baseline knowledge of manufacturing processes, mechanical assembly operations, or industrial production environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and handle conflict resolution within a diverse team on a fast-paced shop floor.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional support teams.
• Basic proficiency with digital tools, shop floor tracking software, or standard office suites (e.g., Microsoft Office).

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Prior supervisory or team lead experience specifically focused on automotive, heavy truck, or aerospace powertrain (engine/transmission) assembly.
• Hands-on experience applying Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or 5S methodologies to eliminate waste.
• Proven track record of participating in or leading continuous improvement (CI) workshops or Kaizen events.
• Proficiency using Workday or plant floor management systems to track attendance, scheduling, and line performance.

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-Byesville, OH US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type

Onsite

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.