Operations Leader – Generator & Unit Assembly

INNIO Group; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

INNIO Group in Wisconsin seeks an Operations Leader for Generator & Unit Assembly to drive day-to-day manufacturing, safety, and quality in a fast ramp environment. The role includes a temporary assignment at Jenbach, Austria to share practices and build global connections.

You will lead a cross-functional team, establish standards, and deliver on KPIs across safety, delivery, and cost, while partnering with Engineering, Quality, Materials and EHS to scale production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, Business or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience leading teams in complex assembly/manufacturing environments.
• Experience with ERP or MES systems (Oracle preferred).
• Ability to complete a training assignment at the Jenbacher facility in Jenbach, Austria.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day generator and unit assembly operations with focus on safety, quality, productivity.
• Develop people, processes and standards; build an engaged, accountable team.
• Collaborate with global teams to transfer production knowledge for the Waukesha ramp.
• Own KPIs for Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost/Productivity; lead daily reviews.
• Apply Lean principles (5S, standard work, waste reduction) and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

People leadership

Lean manufacturing

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Production planning

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Engineering/Operations/Business

Tools

ERP / MES (Oracle)

Job description

About INNIO

INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized, modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation, INNIO designs, manufactures and services high‑performance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrial energy and gas compression.

About INNIO

INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized, modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation, INNIO designs, manufactures and services high‑performance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrial energy and gas compression.

INNIO operates a global installed base across approximately 100 countries as of December 31, 2025, supported by a resilient, high‑margin services business that delivers long‑term, recurring revenues across the full equipment lifecycle. As electricity demand accelerates—driven by AI, electrification and grid constraints—INNIO enables scalable, behind‑the‑meter power generation with high efficiency, fast start capability, strong transient performance and fuel flexibility, including hydrogen‑ready solutions. INNIO employs over 5,000 people worldwide and is committed to moving energy forward.

Operations Leader - Generator & Unit Assembly

This position will lead the day-to-day execution of generator and unit assembly while helping develop the people, processes, standards, and operating culture needed to support long‑term production growth.

The successful candidate will be a visible, hands‑on manufacturing leader who can build an engaged and accountable team, solve problems, and deliver results.

As part of the initial production ramp‑up, this role will also complete an assignment at our Jenbacher manufacturing operation in Jenbach, Austria to develop product and process knowledge, learn established production practices, and build relationships with the global manufacturing team.

Key Areas Of Responsibility

People Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop production technicians; set clear expectations for safety, quality, productivity, and teamwork
• Build an engaged, accountable shop‑floor culture through feedback, recognition, and growth opportunities
• Support hiring, onboarding, training, and cross‑training as the Waukesha operation scales, partnering with Manufacturing Engineering, Training, and Quality to close skill gaps and develop future leaders

Safety & Compliance

• Own safe execution in the production area, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations
• Maintain a visible safety presence, participate in audits/reviews, and foster a culture where employees proactively raise and resolve safety concerns

Production Execution

• Lead daily production activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals
• Set daily/weekly/monthly production priorities and coordinate staffing, labor allocation, and sequencing based on business requirements
• Identify and resolve constraints, bottlenecks, or shortages quickly to keep production flowing
• Ensure adherence to standardized work and quality requirements

Daily Management & Continuous Improvement

• Own and drive KPIs across Safety, People, Quality, Delivery, and Cost/Productivity
• Lead daily production meetings and accountability routines
• Apply Lean principles (standard work, 5S, waste reduction, visual management, continuous improvement) and support NPI and operational excellence initiatives

Cross‑Functional Leadership

• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Materials, Maintenance, Logistics, and EHS to ensure production readiness
• Communicate production priorities, risks, and recovery plans to stakeholders; support workforce planning as volume grows
• Work with the Jenbach team to transfer production knowledge and best practices, and help build the operating systems needed for a successful Waukesha start‑up and ramp

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience leading teams in complex mechanical, electrical, engine, generator, heavy equipment, automotive, industrial equipment, or engineered-product assembly.
• Experience with ERP or MES (Oracle preferred).
• Ability to complete a training assignment at the Jenbacher manufacturing operation in Jenbach, Austria.

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