Production Supervisor (Manufacturing Leader)

LiquidStack•Carrollton, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

At LiquidStack, we’re redefining what’s possible in the data center world. As a global leader in advanced liquid cooling solutions, we’re powering the future of AI, edge computing, and high-performance systems. Our team is growing, and we’re looking for skilled professionals who want to be part of something innovative and impactful. Boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. At LiquidStack, this role directly contributes to building a world-class, lean manufacturing enterprise by driving performance, developing people, and delivering high-quality products that support next-generation cooling solutions for AI and high-performance computing. The Manufacturing Leader is a hands-on production leader responsible for driving safety, quality, delivery, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing cell focused on electromechanical systems. This role is 80% on the production floor, actively leading teams, solving problems in real time, and driving operational execution. You will bridge production, engineering, and quality to ensure output meets customer expectations while building scalable processes for growth. This is not a desk-based supervisor role—this is a floor-driven leadership position focused on execution, accountability, and continuous improvement. How This Role Aligns to Our Strategy Innovate for our customers → Ensure high-quality, reliable builds that meet customer expectations Build a world-class lean enterprise → Drive continuous improvement, standard work, and waste reduction Uplift our people, culture, and communities → Develop team capability, accountability, and engagement Leadership Expectations As a Manufacturing Leader, you are expected to: Own actions and decisions → Drive results, take initiative, and follow through Keep customers at the center → Ensure quality and delivery commitments are met Make better happen → Continuously improve processes, output, and team performance Dare to do things differently → Challenge inefficiencies and implement new solutions Include and uplift others → Build strong, collaborative, accountable teams Do what’s right, always → Lead with integrity, safety, and accountability

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher).
3–7+ years of experience in manufacturing, ideally in electromechanical or thermal/mechanical systems.
1–3+ years of leadership experience in a production environment.
Strong experience with lean manufacturing
Production Floor leadership
Problem-solving methodologies (Lean)
Root cause problem-solving
Proven ability to manage KPIs and drive operational performance.
Experience supporting production ramp-ups in a fast-growth environment.
Accuracy and accountability.
Ability to operate in fast-pace, evolving production environment
Smartsheet, Resource Management Tools
Salesforce
Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

Experience in data center infrastructure, thermal systems, HVAC, or fluid-based systems.
Familiarity with ERP/MRP and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
Experience with ISO 9001 or similar quality systems.
Exposure to automated or semi-automated manufacturing environments.
Experience in high-growth or scaling manufacturing organizations.

Responsibilities

Lead from the production floor daily; set pace, priorities, and expectations
Directly supervise, coach, and develop production team members
Reinforce a Safety First mindset and ensure compliance with all safety standards
Build team capability through cross-training and skill development
Drive accountability, performance management, and engagement
Address issues in real-time with a hands-on leadership approach.
Own daily production output across Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC)
Manage schedules, staffing, and material readiness to meet demand
Monitor and improve key metrics: Throughput, Cycle time, First-pass yield, Scrap/rework
Lead escalation and resolution of production constraints
Support audits and ensure traceability for complex electromechanical assemblies.
Leverage production data, dashboards, and KPIs to drive decision-making and performance improvements
Lead kaizen events and structured problem-solving initiatives (A3, 5 Whys, Fishbone)
Apply lean tools including 5S, standardized work, and visual management
Deliver measurable improvements in productivity, efficiency, and cost
Partner with Manufacturing Engineering to implement automation, tooling enhancements, and test systems
Support process validation, capability studies, and continuous process optimization
Act as a key interface between Production, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure alignment and execution
Support production ramp-ups and capacity planning
Partner with Manufacturing Engineering on: Line balancing, Tooling and fixtures, Process standardization
Ensure readiness for growth, including workforce planning and training
Contribute to building scalable manufacturing systems