Technical Supervisor

WAGO Corporation•Germantown, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

WAGO Corporation is seeking a Technical Supervisor, responsible for leading the Technical Team in executing critical work across all production areas, ensuring that equipment and processes operate to defined standards. This role leads equipment troubleshooting activities and must communicate clearly and coordinate with affected teams such as Manufacturing, Warehouse and Engineering as needed. This role participates in continuous improvement initiatives by providing subject matter expert technical guidance on the projects of the Manufacturing Engineering team.

Requirements

Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in relevant manufacturing environments
Proven experience in a supervisory or lead role within a manufacturing environment
Strong technical knowledge in machinery repair, diagnostics, PLC and automated manufacturing processes
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Effective communication and leadership abilities
Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and work instructions
Able to perform and lead LOTO Authorized Personnel
Proficient in MS Office and SAP ERP systems

Responsibilities

Supervise and support technical team members to ensure safe and efficient working practices
Set clear expectations, priorities and performance standards for the Technical Team and hold members accountable for results
Lead, perform and assess effectiveness of PMs on Machinery in Electronic Assembly, Mechanical Assembly, and automated warehouse operations areas
Report on Mean Time to Repair and Mean Time Between Failure metrics, drive improvements
Recruit, interview, onboard and maintain the readiness of Technical Team members
Operate PLC and diagnostic tools and equipment to assess and troubleshoot issues
Provide process-oriented technical direction and support to technicians to ensure safe and efficient work is done
Coordinate with Engineering Team members to implement process improvements to drive quality, productivity, and efficiency; consult as technical subject matter expert
Ensure technical work complies with company safety regulations, LOTO, and OSHA General Duty requirements
Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, coordinating with affected parties as needed
Partner with ME Team on regular process and equipment inspections, audits, and reviews of production processes to identify areas for improvement
Maintain accurate Equipment records and reports, ensuring traceability and compliance
Support new product introductions (NPI) advising ME Team on technical aspects of the project
Develop and Maintain Lock Out/Tag Out Procedures for all necessary equipment per company standards
Train, mentor, and develop technical staff in skills and industry best practices
Adhere to safety and operational protocols, use hand tools to perform basic machinery repairs and routine maintenance tasks as needed