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Supervisor, Production

Job Overview:

The Supervisor,Productionwillbe responsible forleading the activities and managing the production team supporting Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT). The main emphasis for this position is coordinating all aspects of the teamregardingelectrical and mechanical completion, workflow, quality, safety, training, and efficiency. The Supervisor, Production will coordinate with the Production Manager, Engineering, Controls, and other project stakeholders to ensure systems are mechanically and electrically complete,properly tested, documented, and ready for customer FAT and shipment.

Job Functions:

• Responsible for overall safety in production and FAT areas. Ensure team members follow safe work practices and do not put themselves or others in danger.

• Effectively manage all direct reports andbe responsible forhiring, training, performance evaluation, development, retention, and termination activities.

• Serve as the subject matter expert for the area andmaintaina high-level understanding of electrical design, mechanical assembly, production, controls integration, FAT, and shipping requirements for projects.

• Plan workflow and work assignmentsrequiredfor electrical assembly, mechanical completion, system power-up, troubleshooting, and FAT activities.

• Develop production and FAT goals and schedules, distribute tasks, and monitor progress against project deadlines.

• Oversee FAT readiness and execution, ensuring electrical components, mechanical assemblies, guarding, labeling, safety devices, andrequireddocumentation are complete and meet project requirements.

• Ensure quality through standard work, updated work instructions, process inspections, and completion of required quality checks.

• Lead problem-solving andcorrective-actionactivities for electrical or mechanical defects, FAT issues, and project delays.

• Work with direct reports toestablishgoals andobjectives, provide coaching, complete performance evaluations, and recommend disciplinary actionin accordance withcompany policy and procedure.

• Promote continuous improvement andmaintainvisibility of daily performance indicators related to safety, quality, cost, delivery, and FAT completion.

• Participate in project and manufacturing kickoff meetings and coordinate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Controls, Project Management, and other departments as needed.

• This position requires flexibility as workloaddemands tosupport project execution.Assistwith production, safety, and quality risk assessment and mitigation activities.Any and alljob duties as assigned.

Travel Requirements:

• Up to 5% travel.(Travel expenses paid byBastian Automation)

Required Qualifications and Preferred Skills:

• 3+ years of leadership experience (or comparable experience) in a high-production, fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• High School education or GED; relevant electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, production, and/or leadership experience preferred.

• Strong industrial electrical and mechanical aptitude with experience supporting equipment assembly, integration, or system testing.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, engineering prints, and assembly specifications.

• Working knowledge of electrical components, mechanical assemblies, material handling equipment, safety devices, and system power-up/energization.

• Understanding ofproject requirements related to FAT, quality documentation, and shipping.

• Results-driven and able toidentifyproblems and improvement opportunities through visual management and other problem-solving tools.

• Strongpeopleskills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop team members.

• Positive attitude,strong communicationskills, and the ability to give direction, receive feedback, and handle tense situations that arise.

• Basic computer skills, including Excel and Word. Ability to safelyoperateor supervise the operation of production equipment asrequired. Must be eligible to work in theUSAlong term without sponsorship.

• Employees must followall informationsecurity policies, protect confidential data, complete required training, and report any suspected security incidents to support our information security controls.

AboutBastianAutomation:

Bastian is a trusted material handling automation integrator supporting distribution and manufacturing operations across the automotive, aerospace, tire and wheel, and other related industries - helping them work smarter, scale faster, and deliver with confidence.

In addition to exciting work at a growing company, we offer the following benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match

• Vacation/Holiday Pay

• Paid Volunteer time off

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Professional Associations, Conferences and Subscriptions

• Company Meetings & Events

Bastian Automationdoes not workwithoutside recruiting agencies. Nosolicitationphone calls please.