LSS Mechanical Installation Supervisor

KION Group•Grand Rapids, MI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Dematic is seeking a talented Mechanical Installation Supervisor to lead mechanical installation activities across customer sites throughout the continental United States. This role is responsible for leading field installation activities, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence while coordinating subcontractors and contract labor teams. The position plays a critical role in delivering successful project outcomes by maintaining Dematic installation standards, supporting commissioning activities, and providing clear communication between field execution and project leadership. This role is highly travel-intensive (up to 100%) and offers opportunities to contribute across multiple projects and disciplines.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
OSHA 10 certification required
Valid driver’s license required
Travel up to 100% to customer locations; must be able to travel on short notice
Must be willing to work weekends, holidays, and off-shift hours (OT eligible)
Ability to push, pull, crawl, squat, and walk across large construction sites
Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs
Must have knowledge of personal computer hardware setup, software configuration, and database systems
Must comply with all applicable labor laws, safety regulations, and company policies
Strong leadership and team coordination skills
Knowledge of mechanical and electromechanical systems
Strong safety mindset and understanding of jobsite safety protocols
Effective communication (written and verbal) across multiple stakeholders
Problem-solving ability with proactive issue identification
Basic to intermediate computer skills including reporting tools and databases
Ability to work independently in fast-paced, high-travel environments

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree preferred (or equivalent experience in lieu of degree)
OSHA 30 preferred
Experience supervising installation teams and subcontractors on construction or industrial sites
Proven experience installing or troubleshooting electromechanical equipment
Experience working with material handling systems such as conveyors, AGVs, or AS/RS (preferred)
Background in quality assurance processes and installation standards
Experience coordinating field execution with project management teams

Responsibilities

Lead jobsite safety programs including BBSO, JSA, JHA, and daily safety meetings
Conduct safety audits and ensure compliance with OSHA and Dematic standards
Maintain jobsite housekeeping and enforce a safe working environment
Supervise and coordinate contract labor teams (6+ installers) and subcontractors
Provide training, direction, and support to less experienced team members
Oversee installation of material handling systems to ensure compliance with Dematic standards
Assist with equipment trial runs to confirm proper installation and performance
Support cross-functional work across disciplines when required
Ensure installation quality across internal teams, manufacturing deliverables, and subcontractors
Complete quality checklists and ensure compliance with standards
Manage and close punch list items
Provide site status updates on schedule, manpower, and performance to Project Manager and/or Site Manager
Attend and lead daily standups as required
Participate in weekly project meetings and post-mortem reviews
Escalate issues to Project Manager, Engineering, Site Manager, or Installation Manager as needed
Manage site material inventory and ensure materials are available and properly tracked
Order required installation materials including air systems
Write clear, concise trip reports per Dematic procedures
Identify problems as they arise and recommend practical solutions
Support issue resolution for non-complex technical challenges
Responsible for planning, booking, and reconciling expenses using the CONCUR Expense Reporting tool and a Dematic travel credit card.