RMN Build Team Supervisor

ROSENBAUER STATEMENT

At Rosenbauer we pride ourselves on providing top-of-the-line fire apparatus, created with state-of-the-art technology for more than 150 years because when lives are at stake anything less is unacceptable.  As the world’s largest manufacturer of fire equipment, we make sure our vehicles, production teams, and service personnel are ready to do what is necessary to keep communities safe. 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Build Team Supervisor will manage the workflow, output, and schedule of the department. They will continuously improve production processes and team members’ development. The Build Team Supervisor will take initiative to resolve issues quickly and escalate complex problems as appropriate while providing project and line status updates to management and the assembly team.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

All employees are required to support Rosenbauer’s Mission, Vision, and Values.  The following are the essential duties of this position and do not include marginal functions that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. The scope and duties of a given position may change or be temporarily altered based on the business needs of Rosenbauer. 

1. Manages the workflow, output, and schedule of the department based on the production schedule.
2. Manages communication through department meetings, updating the department information board, updating status of production schedule, and direct interaction with leads and employees.
3. Continuously improves production processes by measuring KPIs (key performance indicators), determining gaps and areas for improvement, and working cross-functionally (including Manufacturing Engineering) to develop and execute action plans.
4. Promote a culture of open communication and trust through employee engagement.
5. Drives a culture of quality by designing and implementing effective control gates and checkpoints throughout the assembly process, ensuring products consistently meet or exceed quality standards.
6. Guides employee development by providing actionable feedback, targeted coaching, and support for training initiatives.
7. Promotes a culture of safety and transparency by consistently demonstrating a commitment to company policies, actively listening to team concerns, and ensuring open lines of communication.
8. Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by the supervisor to meet the needs of the department.

Tools to be utilized:

Hand tools, power tools, grinders, cut off wheels, and tape measure.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA’s): The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Knowledge, Education, and/or Experience:

• High school diploma/GED required.

• An Associate degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Industrial Engineering Technology, Quality Assurance, or any other manufacturing-related program is preferred.

• 3+ years of previous supervisory experience preferred.

• 1+ years of experience in a leadership role, with a proven ability to guide projects or mentor individuals is preferred.

• 3+ years of experience working in a production environment required.

• 5+ years of experience working in a production environment preferred.

• 1+ years of hands-on fire truck product knowledge from either a manufacturing or fire department perspective preferred.

• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude required.

Skills:

Language:

• Able to effectively communicate with tact and diplomacy at all times to develop relationships with internal and external contacts to provide excellent customer service and conflict management.

• Able to follow written and verbal directions and communicate new information that could affect project trajectories.

• Able to communicate goals effectively to a team.

• Able to read and work from blueprints/spec books.

• Able to read and understand a tape measure accurately.

• Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Math:

• Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.

Computer:

• Able to operate Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint at an intermediate level.

Abilities:

• Able to work professionally with all levels of the Rosenbauer organization, customers, and vendors.

• Able to deal with problems involving a variety of variables in non-standard situations.

• Able to proficiently deal with internal affairs concerning employee issues and conflicts.

• Demonstrated ability to be organized, flexible, and easily adaptive to evolving and fast-paced working conditions.

• Able to collaborate and work cross-functionally with multiple departments and functional disciplines to drive common solutions and best practices.

• Able to lead and supervisor a team effectively.

• Able to maintain detailed and accurate records.

• Able to identify quality issues, recognize changes within the production process, and adjust as needed.

• Able to perform simple computer tasks to obtain information/changes related to the build process and/or troubleshoot.

• Able to prioritize work and to multitask while adhering to deadlines.

• Able to work with minimal supervision in a team environment.

• Able to understand and follow all safety policies to promote a safe working environment for all.

Equal Opportunity Employer/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screening.

We offer comprehensive benefits including multiple health insurance options, HSA/FSA with employer contributions, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) with company match, generous PTO and paid holidays, wellness incentives, and tuition reimbursement.