Servo Systems Manager

TERREPOWER (formerly BBB Industries); Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off and company holidays

Life and disability insurance coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

TERREPOWER (formerly BBB Industries) in Chesterfield, Missouri seeks a Servo Systems Supervisor to lead the Servo/Valve/Electronics team. In this role, you will manage daily operations, mentor your team, and ensure diagnostic and repair excellence for servo products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, provide customer support, and drive performance improvements across key KPIs. Candidates should have 5+ years in electro-mechanical systems and at least 2 years in a supervisory position, with strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electro-mechanical systems, servo products, or motion control.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience in a production or engineering setting.
• Strong technical problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Servo Valve Engineering group, including scheduling and performance management.
• Perform hands-on diagnostics and troubleshooting of servo products.
• Provide technical support and training to production staff.

Skills

Technical problem-solving

Leadership

Diagnostics and repair

Communication skills

Inventory planning

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a hands‑on, technically skilled Servo Systems Supervisor to lead the daily operations of our Servo/Valve/Electronics (SVE) team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, engineering‑focused environment where they can apply their technical knowledge in diagnostics and repair, mentor a team, and drive operational efficiency across products and processes. You will play a critical role in managing the team, troubleshooting servo products, providing production and customer support, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams in product development, purchasing, and supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the day‑to‑day activities of the Servo Valve Engineering (SVE) group, including scheduling, coaching, and performance management.
• Perform hands‑on diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair of servo products and components.
• Lead root cause investigations related to part shortages, quoting constraints, and performance issues, partnering with Engineering and Purchasing.
• Collaborate with Product Management and Engineering on new technologies, improvements, and product support needs.
• Provide technical support and training to production staff and serve as a technical escalation point for customer issues.
• Interpret and define product specifications when not readily available, ensuring proper documentation and compliance.
• Create and manage item numbers, BOMs, and product data within SAP Business One.
• Support core purchasing and inventory planning functions in partnership with the supply chain team.
• Conduct inventory analysis and evaluate excess/obsolete stock to improve inventory efficiency.
• Drive performance improvements across key KPIs: revenue, material cost, labor efficiency, and quality.

Minimum Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in electro‑mechanical systems, servo products, or motion control, including diagnostics and repair of circuit boards.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience in a production, technical support, or engineering setting.
• Strong technical problem‑solving skills with a hands‑on approach to equipment troubleshooting and testing.
• Experience in inventory planning, purchasing support, and working cross‑functionally with Engineering and Supply Chain.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to coach and train team members.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs and work in lab or production environments with proper PPE.
• Must be able to diagnose, repair and teach others to repair and diagnose industrial electronics.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Life and disability insurance coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities

About Us

For over 35 years, TERREPOWER (formerly BBB Industries) has been a leader in sustainable manufacturing, driving the circular economy by extending the life of essential products in the automotive and industrial markets. Founded in 1987 in Daphne, Alabama by the Bigler family, TERREPOWER began as a small regional remanufacturer of starters and alternators. Our commitment to quality and innovation quickly earned us a reputation as a trusted name in the automotive industry.

Recognizing new challenges and opportunities, in 2019 we set our sights on EV battery upcycling—addressing one of the industry’s most pressing issues. Our engineering team pioneered solutions to extend EV battery life, pushing the boundaries of sustainable innovation. We also developed ways to upcycle solar panels, addressing anticipated waste and lack of availability.

Rooted in family and community values, we’re proud to have second‑generation employees contributing to our legacy. Backed by Clearlake Capital, we’ve expanded our footprint into Europe with facilities in Spain, Italy, Denmark, Germany, and Poland, sustainably manufacturing and supplying repair parts across more than 90 countries.

As we move forward under the TERREPOWER name, we remain committed to the same values that have always defined us: entrepreneurship, teamwork, customer‑centered, sustainability, safety.

Why Join Us?

When you join our team, you become part of a company that is redefining how essential products are made, reused, and repurposed to reduce waste and maximize resources.

Here’s What Sets Us Apart

• Purpose‑Driven Work – Every day, your work will contribute to extending the useful life of essential products, keeping vehicles on the road and critical systems running.
• Innovative Mindset – We encourage creative problem‑solving and bold ideas to push the boundaries of what is possible.
• Global Reach, Local Impact – With operations in North America and Europe, we have a global presence but remain deeply connected to the communities we serve.
• Growth & Development – Whether you’re on the production floor, in engineering, or part of our corporate team, we invest in your success through training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities.
• A Culture of Collaboration – Rooted in teamwork and shared values, our employees work together to tackle challenges and drive meaningful change.

TERREPOWER is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, pregnancy, age, veteran status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability unrelated to the ability to perform a job, sexual orientation, or transgender status to the extent protected by law. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success.