Sr. Supervisor, Production

Rolls-Royce; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 84,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus plan

Total Rewards package

Health, dental, vision, disability, &

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Rolls-Royce in Mankato, MN is seeking a Sr. Supervisor, Production to lead a manufacturing team, oversee daily operations, and drive safety, quality, and efficiency improvements in a fast-paced setting.

You will develop workforce capability, monitor performance, and partner with leadership to achieve operational goals while sustaining a safe, compliant environment. This role requires strong leadership and continuous improvement mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/ Master’s/ JD/PhD or equivalent in relevant field is required or 6+ years leadership in lieu of degree.
• 6+ years of production/manufacturing leadership experience.
• Citizenship or work authorization for the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Knowledge of safety, quality, and ERP requirements in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach production employees, drive accountability and engagement.
• Direct daily operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals.
• Monitor performance metrics and implement corrective actions.
• Develop workforce via training, cross-training, and succession planning.
• Ensure organized, efficient manufacturing with compliance to ERP standards.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Performance management

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

Associate’s degree in Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or closely related field

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or closely related field

Master’s degree in Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or closely related field

JD/PhD in Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or closely related field

6+ years of experience in production or manufacturing leadership in lieu of a degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Sr. Supervisor, Production

Working Pattern: Full-Time

Working location: Mankato, MN

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Why Rolls‑Royce?

At Rolls‑Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

By joining Rolls‑Royce, you’ll have the opportunity to create world‑class power and propulsion solutions, pushing your problem‑solving and ingenuity, to deliver real impact that puts safety first.

You’ll be given responsibility and the opportunity to grow in our high‑performance culture. This is Infinite Potential. And it’s your chance to really shine and contribute to one of the world’s most recognized brands and a beacon for engineering excellence.

Position Summary

As a Sr. Supervisor, Production, you will lead a team of production employees in a manufacturing and assembly environment, overseeing daily work activities and supporting the achievement of operational goals. This role is responsible for employee development, process improvement, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and production requirements. Through strong leadership and collaboration, you will help drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement.

What you will be doing

• Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management for production employees, promoting accountability, engagement, and positive employee relations.


• Direct daily production operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost objectives while driving continuous improvement initiatives.


• Monitor and analyze departmental performance metrics, implementing corrective actions and reporting progress to leadership.


• Develop workforce capability through training, cross‑training, resource planning, and employee development opportunities.


• Ensure compliance with safety, operational, and ERP requirements while maintaining an organized and efficient manufacturing environment.

Basic Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or closely related field + 4 years of experience in production or manufacturing leadership, OR


• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or closely related field + 2 years of experience in production or manufacturing leadership, OR


• Master’s degree in Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or closely related field, OR


• JD/PhD in Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or closely related field, OR


• 6+ years of experience in production or manufacturing leadership in lieu of a degree.


• In order to be eligible for consideration, you must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent. Resident Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Preferred Requirements

• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.


• Background with manufacturing methods, process improvement programs, and procedures


• Experience with 5S and Lean manufacturing environment.


• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to effectively lead and develop employees.


• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Mental & Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently.

Power Systems is the Rolls‑Royce business which provides world‑class power solutions and complete life‑cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalisation and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.

We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These technologically advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.

Our vision is to ensure that the quality and dynamism that shaped our history continues into our future. It’s a bold pursuit, and we never stop striving to go further, faster, and better. We lead progress, creating the technologies that move us forward. If you’re driven to grow, to learn, and to make a lasting difference, this is where you belong.

Rolls‑Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. We are committed to providing a respectful and non‑discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued and everyone can thrive.

Infinite Potential

Closing date: November 16, 2026

Job Posting Date

23 Oct 2026; 00:10

Pay Range

Pay ranges for remote employees are based on the state where the employee resides and may vary from the posted range.

$84,351 - $137,071-Annually

Location

Mankato, MN

Benefits

Rolls‑Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long‑term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, and employment type.

The Business Unit Power Systems of Rolls‑Royce provides world‑class power solutions and complete life‑cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that are even cleaner and smarter and thus provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.

We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These clean and technologically‑advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.