Production Leader – Lean Rail Manufacturing

Siemens Mobility; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Competitive pay

Job summary

Siemens Mobility is seeking a Production Supervisor in the United States to lead a diverse team on the manufacturing floor. You will plan production, optimize workflows, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery while mentoring staff and driving continuous improvement.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree in a related field, 5+ years in launching new production lines in rail or similar environments, and proficiency with SAP/ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Manufacturing, or Engineering.
• 5+ years of planning and launching new production lines in rail or related sectors.
• Rail industry experience preferred, especially light/heavy rail.
• Proficient in SAP or similar MRP/ERP systems.
• Certifications such as Six Sigma Black Belt, Lean Certification, OSHA Safety, Certified Manufacturing Engineer, Supply Management, EIT, or Professional Engineering License.

Responsibilities

• Plan production operations, define workflows, establish priorities, and sequence production activities.
• Manage manpower planning, hiring, and promotions, plus equipment and work-order sequencing.
• Foster open communication on status, performance, improvements, and policy expectations.
• Lead employee development via performance management, training plans, and coaching.
• Drive readiness and continuous improvement to ensure on-time vehicle shipment.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic planning

Education

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

Six Sigma Black Belt

OSHA Safety Certification

Professional Engineering License (PE)

Tools

SAP

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Siemens Mobility is seeking a Production Supervisor in the United States to lead a diverse team on the manufacturing floor. You will plan production, optimize workflows, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery while mentoring staff and driving continuous improvement.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree in a related field, 5+ years in launching new production lines in rail or similar environments, and proficiency with SAP/ERP systems.