Manufacturing Supervisor - Automation Systems

ABB Inc.; Senatobia (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB in the United States is seeking an Automation Production Supervisor to lead a production line, align schedules with demand, and drive automated systems performance. You will oversee an onsite team in a highly automated environment, focusing on efficiency and continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes Lean manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, and cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality to minimize downtime and deliver value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field (preferred) or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years as Supervisor/Team Lead in automated manufacturing operations.
• Expertise in high-volume automated assembly line operations.
• Strong understanding of automation systems, PLC controls, and integrated manufacturing equipment.
• Proven proficiency in Lean Manufacturing and Lean Six Sigma tools.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong analytical and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Experience reading and interpreting technical documentation and system specs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production scheduling meets volume requirements and defined inventory service levels.
• Monitor line performance metrics, throughput, and cycle times.
• Optimize line sequencing and changeover procedures for efficiency.
• Manage automation equipment upgrades and facility improvements.
• Monitor robotic and conveyor systems and integrated controls.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Maintenance to ensure equipment uptime.
• Oversee preventive maintenance schedules and minimize downtime.
• Identify operational deficiencies and implement Lean improvements.
• Lead root-cause analysis of production issues and bottlenecks.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve critical equipment failures.

Skills

High-volume automation

Automation systems

Lean Manufacturing

Lean Six Sigma

Excel

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical documentation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

PLC controls

Automation equipment

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Integrated Product Unit Manager

In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead a team within a Production unit or line to execute production processes, transforming parts and raw materials into ABB products in a timely and cost-effective manner.The Automation Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing operations on highly automated assembly production lines. This role ensures production schedules align with demand forecasts and service level commitments while optimizing automated systems performance, driving continuous improvement, and maintaining operational excellence.

This role is contributing to the Electrification Smart Power in SENATOBIA, MS USA.

The work model for the role is: Onsite

Key Responsibilities:

• Automated Line Operations & Scheduling
  • Ensure production scheduling and plans meet agreed-upon volume requirements and defined inventory service levels
  • Monitor automated line performance metrics, throughput, and cycle times
  • Optimize line sequencing and changeover procedures to maximize efficiency
• Equipment & Automation Systems Management
  • Recommend automation equipment upgrades, system enhancements, and facility improvements
  • Monitor performance of robotic systems, conveyor systems, and integrated automated controls
  • Collaborate with Engineering and Maintenance teams to ensure optimal equipment availability and uptime
  • Oversee preventive maintenance schedules and minimize line downtime
• Continuous Improvement & Process Optimization
  • Identify operational deficiencies and performance gaps in automated production lines
  • Propose and implement Lean Manufacturing and Lean Six Sigma improvements
  • Analyze automation data and metrics to drive efficiency gains and reduce waste
  • Lead root cause analysis on production issues and bottlenecks
• Critical Issue Management & Escalation
  • Manage resolution of critical equipment failures and production interruptions
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Operations) to restore line functionality
  • Troubleshoot automation system issues and support technical problem-solving

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred) in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field; or equivalent combination of experience and education
• 3+ years of experience as a Supervisor, Team Lead, or equivalent in automated manufacturing operations
• Demonstrated expertise inhigh-volume automated assembly line operations
• Strong understanding ofautomation systems, PLC controls, and integrated manufacturing equipment
• Proven proficiency inLean ManufacturingandLean Six Sigma Tools
• Advanced skills inMicrosoft Excelfor data analysis and reporting
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration abilities
• Experience reading and interpreting technical documentation and system specifications

More about us

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [e-mail]. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]

Go to www.myBenefitsABB.comand click on "Candidate/Guest" to learn more

Health, Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
• Vision benefit
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
• Voluntary life and AD&D - 100% employee paid up to maximums
• Short Term Disability - up to 26 weeks - Company paid
• Long Term Disability - 60% of pay - Company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2/3% of pay.
• Supplemental benefits - 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
• Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

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