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Job Title: Manufacturing Supervisor

Location: Waukesha, WI | 100% Onsite

Company: Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc.

Employment Type: Full-Time 40+ hours | Long term | Permanent

About the Role

Are you passionate about driving operational excellence and leading high-performing teams? As a Manufacturing Supervisor, you will play a critical role in ensuring production goals are met while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and continuous improvement. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic team, optimize processes, and make a measurable impact on our manufacturing operations.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and Inspire: Supervise and motivate your team to achieve production targets, maintain quality standards, and foster a culture of safety and accountability.
• Drive Operational Excellence: Monitor workflows, troubleshoot production challenges, and implement solutions that enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Champion Quality: Ensure compliance with manufacturing procedures and engineering instructions, investigate non-conformance issues, and take corrective action.
• Develop Talent: Participate in hiring, create training plans, and provide coaching and feedback to build strong, skilled teams.
• Promote Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process enhancements and lead initiatives that align with plant goals.
• Ensure Safety & Compliance: Maintain a safe work environment, conduct investigations when necessary, and uphold company and union guidelines.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree with 3–5 years of manufacturing leadership experience (or equivalent leadership experience).
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Operations Management or Engineering.
• Experience in a unionized environment.
• Background in engineered-product manufacturing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Key Skills for Success

• Proven leadership and team-building abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

At Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc., we value innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. You’ll have the opportunity to lead impactful projects, work with cross-functional teams, and contribute to a company that powers progress. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive environment where your ideas matter.

Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

We are Toshiba. We have an unwavering drive to make and do things that lead to a better world.

At Toshiba, we commit to raising quality of life for people around the world, ensuring progress that is in harmony with our planet. Our core values include: Do the Right Thing, Look for a better way, Always consider the impact and Create Together.

Toshiba America Energy Systems Corporation (TAES) provides energy industry solutions – new equipment, retrofits, maintenance, outage planning and more – for current and future power generation needs in the Americas, including thermal, hydro and nuclear power plants.

Position Summary

We are seeking a 2nd Shift Turbine Mechanic (4 - 10's) to work out of our Milwaukee Service Center. This position is responsible for the disassembly, assembly, and mechanical operations on a variety of steam turbine spindles, casings, and valves where methods are standardized and prescribed. Work from assembly drawings and specifications to do skilled fitting, aligning, and adjusting along with some secondary machining. Use a wide variety of precision measuring instruments and gauging devices.

Essential Duties

• Receive and inspect incoming turbine components, take digital pictures of shipping container, cribbing, rigging techniques, and all parts.
• Measure and record the critical dimensions of the turbine components.
• Charting of the disassembly of the blades and proper labeling.
• Perform proper blade straightening and repairs procedures.
• Perform blade setlliting and stiffener repairs technique.
• Remove and install seals, disassemble, and assemble valves, and perform blade ring assembly procedures.
• Repair or rebuild hydrogen seal assemblies and rigging and shipping skid setup.
• Operate the manual grinding, milling, turning, and sawing machinery as required for installation and final fitting of turbine blade seals, and valves.
• Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations.
• All employees are entrusted, empowered, and encouraged to be responsible for attaining the highest quality and maximum value in their work product while providing a positive customer experience.
• May be assigned other tasks where similar or lesser skills are required or where activities are monitored – usually short duration to meet production requirements.

Education and Required Experience

• 10+ years mechanical background with turbine experience a plus
• 5 years basic machining practices.
• Ability to properly operate overhead cranes and lift trucks.
• Solid math skills with the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers including decimals and fractions. Simple use of formulas, blueprints, specifications, and tables.
• Capable of using various types of precision measuring instruments.
• Knowledge of design and basic mechanical principles.
• Ability to work from engineering drawings and process drawings
• Pendant crane certified 5 & 10 ton and greater with basic to advanced hitching knowledge.
• Honing and lapping, gland packing, use of radio-controlled bridge cranes, blading, babbiting, radial drill press, turbine alignment, tight wire, and oil seal repair.

Physical Requirements (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.)

The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places, and risk of shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat, extreme cold and wet, humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud.

Additional Info

Toshiba employees enjoy a comprehensive compensation and benefit package including an annual bonus, a generous 401k match, health, and wellness programs as well as generous time off.

Toshiba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SUMMARY

Lead daily manufacturing operations to ensure output targets are achieved safely, efficiently, and in alignment with quality standards and customer delivery expectations. This role provides hands-on leadership to shop floor personnel, drives productivity improvements, supports workforce development, and partners with leadership to execute daily and monthly production plans. The position plays a key role in fostering a performance-driven, team-oriented environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee daily activities of assigned production employees, adjusting job duties and assignments throughout the shift to maintain workflow and efficiency.
• Collaborate with leadership to align shift output with production schedules and priority dispatch lists.
• Monitor real-time operations and coordinate with cross-functional teams to minimize downtime and prevent delays.
• Input and validate production metrics, including machine utilization, scrap, and rework data.
• Prepare and distribute detailed shift reports outlining performance results and order status updates.
• Conduct first-piece and in-process inspections to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.
• Drive scrap reduction initiatives using structured root cause analysis techniques and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain high standards for safety, housekeeping, and overall work environment conditions.
• Provide technical guidance to team members on setups, tooling, fixturing, and troubleshooting challenges.
• Support training initiatives by coaching new hires, documenting training progress, and identifying ongoing skill development needs.
• Promote accountability and address performance or conduct concerns in alignment with company policies.
• Participate in employee evaluations, contribute to performance discussions, and support engagement initiatives.
• Assist with workforce planning, including shift scheduling, overtime coordination, and time-off requests.
• Contribute to interviews and provide feedback during candidate selection processes.
• Attend and actively participate in meetings, committees, and improvement initiatives.
• Perform additional related duties as needed to support operational objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience supervising personnel within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong understanding of quality standards, production reporting, and process improvement methods.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage workflow priorities, and drive performance metrics.
• Experience conducting inspections and ensuring adherence to customer specifications.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis tools and corrective action processes.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and leadership levels.
• Proficiency in entering and analyzing production data within internal systems.
• Ability to coach, train, and develop employees while fostering a positive team culture.
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous operational improvement.

BENEFITS

• Opportunity to lead a high-impact production team with direct visibility to leadership.
• Ability to influence process improvements and drive measurable operational results.
• Hands-on leadership role with strong involvement in workforce development and coaching.
• Stable manufacturing environment with structured production planning and growth potential.
• Competitive compensation aligned with supervisory responsibility and performance impact.
• Professional development opportunities within operations and leadership pathways.

Now Hiring: Product Supervisor - High Voltage Testing — Prolec‑GE Waukesha

Location: Waukesha, WI | 100% Onsite | 1st shift | Monday - Friday

Ready to power up your career?

Prolec‑GE Waukesha is seeking a Product Supervisor - High Voltage Testing who thrives at the intersection of people leadership, experience with electrical engineering, high‑voltage safety, and technical decision‑making.

If you’re energized by guiding teams, ensuring strict safety compliance, solving complex electrical problems, and keeping operations running with discipline and precision — this could be your next big opportunity.

What You’ll Do

As our Product Supervisor - High Voltage Testing, you’ll be the leadership anchor in a high‑voltage testing environment where safety and accuracy are everything. Your impact will include:

Safety & Compliance Leadership (Top Priority)

• Enforcing high‑voltage safety rules, lockout/tagout, grounding, and test‑bay controls
• Leading safety briefings, risk assessments, and incident investigations
• Having the confidence and authority to stop work immediately when unsafe conditions arise

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervising a team of highly skilled test technicians
• Coaching, mentoring, and addressing behavioral or procedural deviations
• Building trust, communicating expectations clearly, and fostering a culture of accountability

Technical Oversight & Test Execution

• Overseeing daily test operations to ensure quality, accuracy, and adherence to approved procedures
• Troubleshooting test issues and coordinating closely with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing
• Making sound go/no‑go decisions under pressure — without compromising safety or compliance

Operational Excellence

• Maintaining accurate training, attendance, and documentation
• Identifying process gaps and driving improvements that enhance safety, consistency, and efficiency
• Supporting internal/external audits with strong attention to detail and documentation discipline

What You Bring

We’d love to meet you if you’re someone who has:

• A Bachelor’s in Engineering or Operations Management (or relevant experience with strong manufacturing leadership)
• Experience in electrical testing, high‑voltage environments, or an electrical mindset
• A leadership style that is confident, steady, empathetic, and able to hold firm boundaries
• Strong communication skills — able to stay calm, clear, and professional in fast‑paced, high‑risk situations
• A willingness to learn quickly, ask questions, and adapt to technical processes
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and comfort navigating manufacturing systems

Bonus advantages for experience with:

Transformers

Switchgear

Power distribution products

Electrical Engineering

Physical & Work Environment

This is a hands‑on, on‑the‑floor leadership role in a high‑voltage test environment. You’ll be:

• Moving throughout the manufacturing area
• Working near energized equipment (with full training & protections)
• Lifting up to 25 lbs as needed
• Splitting time between office tasks and shop‑floor oversight (best of both worlds)

Why Prolec GE Waukesha?

At Prolec‑GE Waukesha, you’ll step into a role where your leadership directly protects people, strengthens reliability, and supports the products that power communities across the country.

You’ll join a team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and strong technical discipline — and you’ll grow your own leadership capability in the process.

Ready to energize your career?

Apply now and help shape the future of power transformation!

Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

About the Company

MRPC is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Veterans, & Disabilities.

About the Role

Under the general supervision of the Director of Manufacturing or Production Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising the production team and scheduling shift production activities. This individual will also provide hands on assistance with machine set-ups.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and assign work to production personnel, to support production schedule and priorities.
• Supply stock/supplies to the production areas as required.
• Maintain the required shift reports to include machine counts, rejection rates, and labor reports.
• Ensure that all personnel are properly trained in the job functions associated with specific work assignments including manufacturing procedures, quality requirements and proper use of all tools.
• Follow established ISO and production procedures, ensure that all production employees are properly trained and are following procedures. Recommend changes to the procedures that will improve quality and/or productivity.
• Make hire, discipline and promotion recommendations of subordinates. Prepare annual written performance reviews and establish annual objectives consistent with the overall business strategy.
• Ensure the maintenance of general housekeeping for the department.
• Coordinate tool repairs/modifications with tool room and engineering.
• Perform all activities required to operate equipment, adjusting machinery to meet operating parameters specified.
• Following specifications, determine the appropriate methods of equipment operation. May operate several presses simultaneously.
• Perform new job or mold sampling when necessary, working with engineering.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Injection molding experience
• Demonstrated leadership, project management, facilitation and problem-solving
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong team player

Required Skills

• Injection molding experience
• Demonstrated leadership, project management, facilitation and problem-solving
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong team player

Preferred Skills

• None specified

Pay range and compensation package

Not specified

Equal Opportunity Statement

MRPC is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Veterans, & Disabilities.