Production Supervisor

USTBC ABB Installation Products Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB in Richmond, VA is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a production unit and manage a team to manufacture ABB products on time and cost-effectively. You will align schedules with demand, drive continuous improvement, and coordinate with engineering and quality to meet targets. This onsite role requires shift flexibility and U.S.

work authorization; SAP experience is a plus. Join ABB to contribute to efficient operations, budget adherence, and safe, compliant production practices in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in mechanical or electrical engineering with 4+ years in manufacturing or production, or an alternate combination per the job posting.
• 2+ years of management or supervisor experience preferred.
• SAP experience is a plus.
• Must be flexible to work any shift.
• Candidates must have work authorization to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Lead a production unit or line to transform parts into ABB products on time and cost-effectively.
• Ensure production plans meet demand, volume, and inventory service levels.
• Identify deficiencies and recommend improvements to enhance production performance.
• Manage resolution of critical product or equipment issues with internal teams.
• Prepare and monitor annual production budget within scope of operations.

Skills

Management experience

Work authorization

Shift flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Associate degree

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

SAP

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 Production Unit Manager

The work model for the role is: Onsite, Richmond, VA

Your role and responsibilities:

• In this role as Production Supervisor , 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. You will also be responsible for ensuring efficient and cost-effective production results that meet order demand, specifications, quality, and planning targets through the coordination and management of plant equipment, personnel, and production processes.


• Ensuring that production scheduling and production plan meet the volume requirements agreed upon in the demand plan and defined inventory service levels.


• Recommend technical equipment and facility improvements as necessary; Identifying deficiencies in production area, proposing improvement activities, and overseeing implementation of actions to improve production performance.


• Managing the resolution of critical product or equipment issues together with relevant internal teams.


• Prepares annual production budget, oversees progress, and determines actions to cost issues as necessary in order to manage operations within the budget and resources.

Qualifications for the role:

• Bachelor degree (mechanical/electrical engineering preferred) PLUS minimum 4 years of experience in manufacturing or production environment OR Associate degree PLUS minimum of 6 years of related experience OR HS Diploma/GED PLUS minimum 8 years of related experience.


• 2+ years of management/supervisor experience, highly preferred


• SAP experience, a plus


• Must be flexible to work any shift


• Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US

More about us

ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division's technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division's portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world's largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Division's ABB Ability Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.

Why ABB?

What's in it for you

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You'll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that's tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinity 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 Affinity 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

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