Special Processes Production Supervisor

Siemens; Wendell (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Smart Infrastructure in Wendell, NC is seeking a Special Processes Production Supervisor to lead the shop floor team, manage material handling and CNC/automation processes, and drive safety, quality and productivity.

The role requires 8+ years in tech/manufacturing with 3+ years of leadership, strong communication and SAP experience. Relocation assistance is available; rely on a collaborative environment to ship on-time products.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• 8+ years in technology, engineering, or manufacturing with 3+ years leading teams.
• Working knowledge of production operations, material flow, labor tracking and shop floor systems such as SAP.
• Strong communication, organization and leadership skills; ability to coach and address performance issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Special Processes team to meet safety, quality, delivery, productivity and material flow goals.
• Oversee daily floor operations, report staffing and material issues to Production Manager.
• Support material handling, storage, picking, kitting, and inventory management.
• Coordinate internal material kitters to support project readiness and material accuracy.
• Monitor SAP transactions and shift hours to ensure accurate reporting and accountability.
• Maintain policy adherence and a safe, organized work environment.
• Provide recognition for strong performance and address concerns through coaching.
• Complete SAP transactions and track production, material, and area data.
• Partner with production, materials, quality, engineering, scheduler, and order manager to resolve issues.
• Serve as backup to Production Manager when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

SAP

Shop floor systems

Material handling

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate degree

Tools

SAP

RF scanner

SharePoint

Salesforce

Dayforce

Job description

Job Family: Electrification & Automation

Req ID: 517894

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Transform the everyday with us!

About Smart Infrastructure – Electrification and Automation

Siemens is a global technology powerhouse that has stood for engineering excellence, innovation, quality, reliability, and internationality.

Siemens Smart Infrastructure, Electrification & Automation (EA) business unit is headquartered in Wendell, NC. The EA Business Unit has a diverse portfolio of products, including, but not limited to, low-voltage MCC, CMR fuse saver, MV switchgear, MV circuit breakers, and metering, power monitoring, power quality, and protective relay maintenance and systems of a standard nature.

We are looking for a Special Processes Production Supervisor. This position will be based in Wendell, NC. Relocation assistance is available.

You will lead the Special Processes team on the shop floor as direct reports, oversees material handling, internal material kitting, CNC and automated wire processing machineoperations, monitor labor and attendance, develop employees, report operational status, and escalated safety, quality, delivery, material, or productivity issues as needed.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Leading the Special Processes team to meet daily safety, quality, delivery, productivity, material flow, and operational goals.
• Overseeing daily floor operations, delegating tasks, monitoring progress, and reporting staffing, material, shipment, equipment, and scheduling issues to the Production Manager.
• Supporting material handling, storage, picking, delivery, kitting, and inventory management activities.
• Coordinating internal material kitters to support project organization, production readiness, and material accuracy.
• Monitoring labor charges, attendance, SAP transactions, and shift work hours to support accurate reporting, schedule execution, and team accountability.
• Reinforcing policy, guideline, and standard work adherence while maintaining a safe, organized, and professional work environment.
• Providing recognition for strong performance and addressing performance or conduct concerns through coaching and disciplinary action when needed.
• Completing SAP transactions and maintaining production, material, and area tracking requirements.
• Partnering with production, materials, quality, engineering, master scheduler, and order manager, to resolve issues and support efficient execution.
• Serving as backup to the Production Manager as needed.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.
• 8+ years of experience in technology, engineering, or manufacturing, including 3+ years leading direct or indirect teams.
• Working knowledge of production operations, material flow, labor tracking, attendance expectations, and shop floor systems such as SAP or similar tools.
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills, including the ability to coach employees, reinforce policy adherence, provide recognition, and address performance concerns when needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a related technical field.
• Experience in Protection and Automation panels, industrial control panels, or UL508A-related manufacturing.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing tools such as 5S/6S.
• Experience with training, onboarding, and cross-training programs.
• Familiarity with SAP, RF scanner devices, SharePoint, Salesforce, PDF markup, Dayforce, or similar digital tools.
• Knowledge of shipping documentation, receiving processes, BOLs, Proformas for international shipments, inventory accuracy, and material transaction discipline.
• Technical knowledge of electrical products, industrial control components, panel wiring standards, material handling equipment, CNC equipment, automated wire processing machine equipment, and shop floor production support processes.
• 5 years of experience successfully leading a team or managing a group of employees.

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here (https://www.siemens.com/global/en/company.html) .

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

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$50,337 $86,292

Organization: Smart Infrastructure

Job Type: Full-time

Category: Manufacturing