Supervisor, Panel Shop

KELE • Bartlett, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Founded at the birth of the building automation industry in 1983 as Kele & Associates (now Kele Companies), we became the first building automation distributor to offer an all-inclusive platform. Over the next 40 years, Kele Companies has grown into a world class Building Automation Systems distributor with its headquarters remaining strategically located in Memphis, TN and branch locations positioned in 7 states throughout the U.S. Every member of the Kele Companies team plays a key role in delivering on our promise of: “We Make It Easy.” We are currently hiring for the role of Supervisor, Panel Shop. Summary The Supervisor, Panel Shop provides technical and operational leadership for Kele’s control panel manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and compliance of all production activities including panel assembly, inspection, and testing. Ensures full adherence to Kele Panel Shop Procedures, Quality Management requirements, and continuous improvement initiatives while leading technicians.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or equivalent technical certification in Electrical Technology, Industrial Technology, or related field. Equivalent experience may substitute.
• Minimum 5 years in control panel manufacturing or similar environment
• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to read, interpret, and enforce technical procedures, electrical schematics, UL standards, audit findings, and regulatory documentation.
• Ability to write corrective action reports and present operational metrics to leadership.
• Ability to apply algebra and geometry to panel layout, torque settings, ampacity calculations, and dimensional verification.
• Ability to analyze productivity and quality metrics.
• Ability to: Define root causes of process failures Interpret complex schematics Apply UL and NEC standards
• Microsoft Office (Excel for productivity tracking)
• ERP / E2 / JobBOSS systems
• UL508A standards knowledge
• Calibration systems
• Automated manufacturing equipment oversight
• Regular standing, walking, lifting up to 20 pounds, occasional lifting up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Close vision, color vision, and depth perception required for inspection and quality verification.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints
• Knowledge of electronic components and control circuits
• Understanding of torque, crimping, and mechanical assembly standards

Nice To Haves

• Prior UL508A shop experience preferred.
• Experience with automated wire processing systems and/or CNC enclosure modification highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily execution of the production schedule in support of customer needs and operational efficiency.
• Supervise workflow across mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, inspection and pack-out.
• Balance labor allocation to meet On-Time Delivery (OTD) targets.
• Monitor and improve labor productivity, machine utilization, and first-pass yield.
• Ensure material control, visual management principles, and 5S compliance standards are upheld.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce rework, scrap, and cycle time.
• Ensure full compliance with panel shop quality control procedures and panel inspection procedures.
• Lead Quality investigations and corrective actions for process or quality concerns.
• Oversee segregation and disposition of non-conforming material and ensure proper documentation and retention.
• Support and prepare for internal, customer, and UL audits.
• Implement and enforce panel shop processes and standards.
• Maintain skill matrices and cross-training plans.
• Conduct refresher training when technicians transition between panel types.
• Ensure proper use of ERP and job tracking systems for time tracking, step logging, and work order status updates.
• Review technician time totals and productivity metrics.
• Enforce Panel Shop safety policies and procedures including PPE Compliance, Safe lifting, ESD Controls, and Equipment safety.
• Conduct incident investigation and corrective action follow-through.
• Directly supervises Panel Technicians.
• Hiring, interviewing, & onboarding.
• Performance evaluations.
• Coaching and disciplinary actions.
• Workforce planning & scheduling.
• Conflict resolution
• Accountability for productivity and quality.
• Perform supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Kele policies and applicable laws.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• HSA
• FSA (medical and dependent care)
• 401(k) with employer match up to 4% with immediate vesting
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental life for employees and dependents available
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree