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Burger Boat Company lists this Production Supervisor & Manufacturing Engineer - Electrical opportunity in manitowoc, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Summary
The Production Supervisor & Manufacturing Engineer - Electrical leads the safe, efficient, and predictable execution of daily electrical production. Reporting to the Value Stream Manager – MEP, this role owns shop-floor performance across safety, quality, delivery, and cost; aligns staffing, sequencing, tools, and support to the production plan; and ensures work is completed to established standards, schedules, and budgeted labor targets.
As the Value Stream Manager’s primary execution partner, the supervisor runs the daily SQDC cadence, surfaces constraints early, drives countermeasures, and coordinates with Engineering, Planning, Quality, Supply Chain, and other support functions to close gaps quickly. The role also reinforces standard work and structured problem-solving while advancing continuous improvement, digital production tools, production optimization, and workforce capability.
Serving as the primary link between value stream leadership and the hourly workforce, the Production Supervisor translates priorities into shift-level action through visible floor leadership, coaching, accountability, and disciplined communication. This role develops a flexible and technically capable electrical team, reinforces company values and policies, maintains required records, and supports consistent execution of electrical installation, testing, troubleshooting, and safe work practices.
Essential Job Functions
Daily Execution & SQDC Ownership
Own daily execution of the Electrical production schedule, meeting safety, quality, delivery, and cost commitments within budgeted labor and operating expense hours
Own the department SQDC board(s): running the daily tier meeting, gathering and sharing specific details on hits and misses, and driving countermeasures with emphasis on Delivery and Cost, while leveraging key support partners inside and outside the value stream (Engineering, Planning, Quality, and others) to close gaps quickly.
Escalate constraints, risks, and cross-functional blockers to the Value Stream Manager with the context needed for rapid decision-making
Collaborate with planning to ensure work is sequenced optimally, staffed, and equipped to run to plan each shift
Value Stream Leadership Partnership
Serve as the VSM's primary execution partner — owning the tactical layer so the VSM can focus on value stream-level strategy, integration, and improvement
Provide accurate, timely floor-level data, observations, and issue surfacing to inform value stream decisions
Execute against the priorities, standards, and improvement plans set by the VSM, and hold the team accountable to them
Represent the value stream on the floor in the VSM's absence, maintaining continuity of standards and expectations
Team Development & Hourly Capability
Lead hourly team development to continuously increase manufacturing capability across Electrical disciplines
Staff, train, evaluate, coach, and develop associates in partnership with Human Resources and Quality Assurance
Build cross-functional knowledge within the team to increase flexibility and reduce single points of failure
Recognize and reward behaviors that support safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Lean, Continuous Improvement, Standard Work, & Modernization
Reinforce standard work, daily management, and structured problem-solving as the way work is done in Electrical
Drive continuous improvement in the area of responsibility through teamwork, skills development, and disciplined use of SQDC data
Identify and eliminate sources of variability impacting quality, schedule, and cost at execution
Support the VSM in embedding Lean/CI transformation organically within the value stream
Digital Tools Integration: Lead the deployment and adoption of digital production tools, transitioning the workforce to digital cable transit tracking software, tablet-based QA checklists, and 3D model viewers (e.g., Navisworks) on-site.
LEAN Production Optimization: Conduct workflow and value-stream mapping to eliminate production waste. Collaborate with Engineering on implementation of modular, prefabricated, or "plug-and-play" electrical assemblies off-vessel to significantly reduce onboard installation cycle times.
Workforce Upskilling: Establish a continuous training and mentorship framework to upskill the local electrical team on advanced automation systems, fiber optics, and modern termination techniques.
Create SOP’s, estimation tools, and assist in troubleshooting complex electrical systems
Safety, Quality & Process Discipline
Lead the team to ensure a safe working environment at all times; verify equipment is in working order and that safety standards are followed without exception
Partner with support functions to enforce quality checkpoints, installation standards, and process discipline established in partnership with Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Complete and maintain required production paperwork, records, timesheets, and company policy documentation
Culture & Leadership
Maintain a strong, visible presence on the shop floor to drive engagement, accountability, and problem-solving
Reinforce company values of Trust, Belonging, Recognition, and Resilience through daily leadership behaviors
Foster an environment where associates proactively identify issues and take ownership of solutions
Manage associate and management relationships within the guidelines of the Employee Guide and Company Policies; explain and enforce company policies and rules; maintain discipline, morale, and employee relations; administer disciplinary action for rule violations, misconduct, absenteeism, or deficient performance
Leadership
Operates as the daily execution owner for the Electrical value stream, translating VSM priorities into shift-level action
Demonstrates the ability to work in a highly collaborative, team-based environment and share knowledge both vertically and horizontally across the organization
Leads through presence, coaching, and standard work — modeling the behaviors expected of the hourly team
Makes well-informed, rational decisions within organizational policies and procedures
This position has direct reports
Decision Making
Exercises judgment regularly and continuously within the scope of daily execution, and assumes responsibility for decisions, consequences, and results impacting people, safety, and quality of service. Escalates value stream-level or cross-functional decisions to the Value Stream Manager with clear context and recommended actions.
Communication
Communicates clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, with hourly associates, peers, the Value Stream Manager, cross-functional partners (Process Engineering, Scheduling/Planning, Quality, Supply Chain), and support functions. Able to translate floor-level observations into structured updates that enable timely value stream decisions.
Education
An associate degree or bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field
Equivalent combination of technical training and progressive manufacturing supervisory experience will be considered
Lean / Continuous Improvement training or certifications (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) a plus
Experience
Proven supervisory experience in a production environment, preferably within a fabrication and assembly setting
Familiarity with SQDC performance and leading daily operational execution on the shop floor
Working knowledge of Lean / Continuous Improvement principles, with the ability to train, coach, and guide teams in applying them effectively
Working knowledge of electrical installation methods, cable routing and termination, equipment connection, testing, troubleshooting, and safe practices
Proven track record in workforce development, leadership coaching, and building hourly team capability
Experience partnering with Engineering, Planning, Quality, and Supply Chain functions to enable predictable execution
Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead, coach, and mentor production teams
Proficiency in MS Office Suite; familiarity with production layouts or schematics (e.g., AutoCAD) is helpful but not required
Physical Requirements
Sitting in a typical office position while also requiring regular presence in operational areas, including standing, walking, climbing stairs, and interacting with shop floor teams.
General Statement
This description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and requirements of the role and is not exhaustive. Additional duties may be assigned as required to support operational and business objectives.
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Worksite address
manitowoc, WI, 54221, US
Who can apply
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