Title: Electrical Manufacturing Supervisor
Dept: Manufacturing
Reports to (Position): Production Manager
Hay Level: 30
Vanderlande is the global market leader in future-proof logistics process automation for airports, warehouses, and parcel markets. Our solutions help move millions of packages, products, and pieces of luggage around the world every day. We are committed to innovation, operational excellence, and creating a collaborative environment where employees can grow and succeed.
Vanderlande is seeking a Panel Shop Supervisor (Working Lead) to help launch and support our new electrical panel shop located in White, GA. Reporting directly to the Production Manager, this position will play a critical role in establishing production operations, leading daily workflow activities, and ensuring that quality and production goals are achieved.
This is a hands-on leadership position. The successful candidate will not only supervise and coordinate work within the panel shop but will also actively participate in the assembly, wiring, testing, and troubleshooting of industrial control panels. As the shop continues to grow, this individual will help develop processes, mentor team members, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that support operational excellence.
- Lead daily operations and workflow within the panel shop to support production schedules and customer requirements.
- Perform hands-on assembly, wiring, testing, and troubleshooting of industrial electrical control panels.
- Supervise and support panel shop technicians, providing guidance, training, and technical expertise.
- Ensure all work is completed according to electrical schematics, engineering drawings, quality standards, and safety requirements.
- Coordinate with Production, Manufacturing Engineering, and other cross-functional teams to address technical issues and improve efficiency.
- Monitor productivity, quality, and work cell performance while communicating progress and potential concerns to the Production Manager.
- Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment while promoting compliance with company safety programs.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to panel design, assembly processes, and production throughput.
- Assist with panel inspections, testing, documentation, and quality verification activities.
- High School Diploma, GED, Technical Diploma, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 3-5 years of experience assembling, wiring, troubleshooting, or testing industrial electrical control panels.
- Previous experience leading a team, directing work activities, or serving as a lead technician in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
- Knowledge of industrial electrical components, including relays, contactors, circuit breakers, terminal blocks, power supplies, and PLC I/O.
- Experience using electrical hand tools and test equipment, including multimeters, wire strippers, crimpers, and torque tools.
- Understanding of electrical safety practices, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and NFPA 70E principles.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform work requiring standing, bending, and repetitive movement throughout the workday.
- Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or a related field.
- Experience with UL 508A panel construction and/or UL MTR certification.
- Certified Electrician or equivalent electrical trade certification.
- Experience in material handling systems, conveyors, automation equipment, AGVs, or AS/RS systems.
- Previous experience helping establish or grow a manufacturing or panel shop operation.
- Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience.
Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Skills Required
- Ability to accommodate minimal travel on short notice
- Willingness to work 40 hours per week and overtime as necessary
- Knowledge of conduit and containment routing and ability to validate installation
- Ability to read, understand, and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts
- Understanding AC/DC electrical theory
- Familiarity with industrial control components (relays, contactors, power supplies, terminal blocks, PLC I/O, circuit breakers, motor starters)
- Experience using electrical hand tools and test equipment (multimeter, wire strippers, crimpers, torque screwdrivers)
- Ability to troubleshoot complex control and motor wiring circuit problems
- 3-5 years assembling or wiring industrial electrical control panels
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- OSHA 10 certification
- Proactive safety management and knowledge of LOTO and NFPA 70E
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, teamwork, customer-facing skills
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office
- Demonstrated wire termination techniques and wire sizing (AWG)
- Preferred: UL MTR or understanding of UL 508A
- Preferred: Working experience with material handling equipment (AGVS, AS/RS, conveyors)
- Preferred: Certified electrician
- Preferred: Detailed knowledge and experience in a technical or specialty area
Vanderlande Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, with day‑one eligibility in many U.S. roles and employer‑paid protections that reduce out‑of‑pocket exposure. Feedback suggests medical, dental, and vision are a clear strength.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting in the U.S. Feedback suggests this forms a solid pillar of the total rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays are characterized as generous relative to peers. Compressed workweek options in some roles further support time away and recovery.
Vanderlande Insights
What We Do
Vanderlande is the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports. The company is also a leading supplier of process automation solutions for warehouses and in the parcel market. Vanderlande’s baggage handling systems are capable of moving over 4 billion pieces of baggage around the world per year. Its systems are active in more than 600 airports including 12 of the world’s top 20. More than 52 million parcels are sorted by its systems every day, which have been installed for the world’s leading parcel companies. In addition, many of the largest global e-commerce players and retailers have confidence in Vanderlande’s efficient and reliable solutions. The company focuses on the optimisation of its customers’ business processes and competitive positions. Through close cooperation, it strives for the improvement of their operational activities and the expansion of their logistical achievements. Vanderlande’s extensive portfolio of integrated solutions – innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services – results in the realisation of fast, reliable and efficient automation technology. Established in 1949, Vanderlande has more than 7,500 employees, all committed to moving its customers’ businesses forward at diverse locations on every continent. With a consistently increasing turnover of 1.8 billion euros, it has established a global reputation over the past seven decades as a highly reliable partner for future-proof logistic process automation. Vanderlande was acquired in 2017 by Toyota Industries Corporation, which will help it to continue its sustainable profitable growth. The two companies have a strong strategic match, and the synergies include cross-selling, product innovations, and research and development.
