8 Manufacturing jobs in Jackson

It's not just about your career or job title. It's about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it's for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you're in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.
**Who will you be working with?**
Our best-in-class Heat Exchange Transfer team combines knowledge of deep domain expertise and tenured experience to deliver unparalleled product applications experience. You will partner with the General Manager of the Thermal Transfer Group business unit and other key stakeholders across our organization to ensure the delivery of world-class products to our customers.
**How will you make a difference?**
As a member of the Manufacturing Engineering department, you will be responsible for facilitating the transition of new products from design through manufacturing, as well as developing and implementing process improvements across the facility. This role is predominantly focused on the Jackson facility of Young Touchstone and reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Leader of the business.
**What do we want to know about you?**
+ BS Engineering or higher from an accredited university, prefer Mechanical.
+ 3-5 years of prior Mechanical Engineering experience in a heavy manufacturing environment preferred
+ Experience in developing equipment including fin machines, bar/clad plate processing, cleaning, build table, vacuum brazing, preferred.
+ Significant experience in developing Aluminum heat exchanger manufacturing processes is desired, ideally a minimum of 3-5 years.
+ Heat Exchanger performance/life cycle testing AND failure analysis a large plus.
+ Experience in continuous process/flow improvements on manufacturing processes.
+ Knowledge of Aluminum Welding technology strongly preferred
+ Requires prior working with plant layout and production flow.
+ Requires experience implementing Root Cause analysis and A3 problem solving.
**What will your typical day look like?**
+ Develop equipment specifications, manufacturing processes, cell/plant layouts for Wabtec Aluminum Brazed Heat Exchanger product line.
+ Develop and support readiness levels to enable prototype and production of new product types.
+ Work with internal and external partners to achieve program objectives: Safety, Quality, Cost, etc.
+ Develop maintenance procedures, work instructions, and best practices for Aluminum product line.
+ Estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
+ Work to bridge fundamental R&D and Engineering projects with Operations to achieve customer requirements.
**What about the physical demands of the job?**
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.
The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands, and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com ( .
Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.
Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range for this role is between
$77,400.00-$110,300.00
The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com . Other benefit offerings for this role may include an annual bonus, if eligible.
**Who are we?**
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.
Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers' potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! Commitment to Embrace Diversity:**
Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.
To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world's brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.
We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles. People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Your Job

Join the team at Georgia-Pacific's Dixie® Continuous Manufacturing Group, where we are committed to delivering long-term value through our Principle Based Management™ philosophy. We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to enhance the effectiveness of our operations by focusing on reliability, process improvement, equipment performance, and team development.

Our Team

The Jackson Plant is part of the Dixie® brand plates and bowls paper products manufacturing operation. We are proud to safely manufacture quality products that have a competitive advantage and solid growth within the marketplace.

We create a work environment that attracts, engages, and retains the best people. Our technology is state of the art, and we will bring the best team together to deliver for our customers, Georgia-Pacific, and the Jackson community.

What You Will Do

• Create a safe workplace with all environmental, safety, and business practices with emphasis on identifying and mitigating critical risks to achieve zero SIFs.
• Provide leadership to improve performance in the areas of safety, environmental compliance, customer satisfaction, organizational effectiveness, cost management and asset utilization in your associated technology center.
• Assist in communicating and connecting employees to our vision, priorities, and business objectives.
• Work with Gate Keeper to evaluate, approve, and prioritize equipment repairs and scheduled shutdowns utilizing the Asset Maintenance Work Process.
• Coach and develop the capability level of our reliability technicians, lead technicians, and technicians to reliably operate equipment and processes.
• Work closely with shift performance coaches, lead technicians, technicians, and customers to troubleshoot processes, quality, and equipment issues.
• Lead root cause analysis process and execute effective corrective actions.
• Lead and participate in transformational improvement efforts.
• Regularly help communicate, articulate, and direct departmental priorities to achieve company visions.
• Apply Discipline Operations strategy for managing continuous improvement of product systems and processes leading to product improvement.
• Provide feedback to the facility leadership team on manufacturing work process gaps and results.
• Develop and implement comprehensive asset strategies for all assigned assets; to include Operating Envelope, Operator Basic Care/Zone Ownership, Spare Parts / Stocking Strategy Optimization, Condition Based Monitoring, and Predictive & Preventative Maintenance activities.
• Mentor and support area leaders with daily manufacturing work process execution and transformation efforts.
• Effectively apply the challenge process; coach initiative owners to urgently escalate issues that are prohibiting the delivery of initiative results.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Minimum of 3-5 years of direct experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably within paper converting, printing, or a similar industrial environment.
• Proficient in interpreting and applying mechanical and electrical drawings, schematics, and process documentation.
• Demonstrated experience with process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen).
• Hands-on experience with industrial automation technologies and equipment performance optimization.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills including the ability to influence without direct authority, coach and develop team members, and lead cross-functional problem solving and root cause analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel with complex formulas and data analysis, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Proven commitment to workplace safety, environmental compliance, and operational excellence.
• Demonstrated experience leading root cause analysis (RCA) efforts and implementing effective corrective and preventive actions to improve manufacturing processes and equipment reliability.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical) or a related technical discipline.
• Certification in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher), or equivalent.
• Experience with PI or other data historian programs.
• Experience working with industrial automation.
• Experience using Autocad (2D and 3D CAD programs, Solidworks, or other).

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ).

It's not just about your career or job title. It's about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it's for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you're in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.
**Who will you be working with?**
Our Wabtec Young Touchstone team combines knowledge of our customers' product platforms/processes with industry expertise to deliver unparalleled product solutions. Here you'll interact daily with all support team functions to solve problems and will partner with other key stakeholders to support our customers and their operations.
**How will you make a difference?**
As a member of the Manufacturing Engineering group, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting automation solutions to improve manufacturing efficiency, quality, safety, and cost performance across both the Jackson and Lexington plants. This role will work closely with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to integrate new automation systems, optimize existing equipment, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The position will report directly to the Manufacturing Engineering Leader of the business unit.
**What do we want to know about you?**
To be successful in this role, you will need:
+ Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field (or equivalent experience).
+ 3+ years of experience in automation engineering, controls engineering, or similar role within a manufacturing environment.
+ Strong knowledge of PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar) and HMI development.
+ Experience with robotics, motion control, and vision inspection systems.
+ Proficient in reading and developing electrical schematics and technical documentation.
+ Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach.
+ Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
+ Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities across two plant locations.
+ Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and TPM principles preferred.
**What will your typical day look like?**
+ Design, develop, and implement automation systems (robotics, PLCs, HMIs, sensors, vision systems, etc.) to support manufacturing operations.
+ Provide hands-on troubleshooting, programming, and maintenance support for automated equipment.
+ Partner with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities that reduce cost, improve throughput, and enhance safety.
+ Support capital projects by specifying, sourcing, and commissioning new automated equipment.
+ Maintain accurate documentation of automation systems including electrical schematics, software programs, and operational manuals.
+ Train maintenance and production staff on operation and troubleshooting of automated systems.
+ Lead continuous improvement initiatives to increase equipment uptime, reliability, and efficiency.
+ Collaborate with vendors and integrators for automation upgrades and new system implementation.
+ Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality requirements, and company policies.
+ Provide automation support for both Jackson and Lexington facilities, requiring travel between sites up to 40% of time.
Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range for this role is between
$77,400.00-$110,300.00
The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com . Other benefit offerings for this role may include an annual bonus, if eligible.
**Who are we?**
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.
Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers' potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! Commitment to Embrace Diversity:**
Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.
To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world's brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.
We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles. People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

**Maintenance Supervisor - Manufacturing**
**2nd shift**
**Jackson, TN, United States**
**Come make the world and accelerate your success.**
It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of more than 50,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world's most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.
**The Job:**
As a Maintenance Supervisor, you'll be part of our T&O Global Supply Chain team working as an on-site employee. You'll get to:
+ Supervise all facilities and production maintenance needs, including supporting the preventive maintenance program while ensuring all safety & quality requirements are met.
+ Direct efforts of maintenance and facilities team members to achieve daily manufacturing work schedules, driving team members to meet or exceed all goals of safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
+ Take lead role in trouble shooting plant wide problems, determine and coordinate resources needed for problem resolution.
+ Responsible for work assignments of team members.
+ Responsible for overtime work schedules and overtime management of assigned departments as approved through supervision.
+ Responsible for OJT training of team members within assigned departments.
+ Responsible for daily, weekly, & monthly documentation of assigned work area as it pertains to 5S & safety audits, efficiency reporting, SPC reporting, scrap reporting, maintenance work orders, & DMR maintenance.
+ Responsible for scheduling department work centers & equipment to meet departmental output per 13 week schedules.
+ Facilitates team meetings for communication, implementation of continuous improvement in areas of safety, quality, delivery, & cost.
+ Works closely with area supervisor for talent management and conflict resolution.
+ Interact with site contractors to complete special project tasks. Satisfies internal and external customer & supplier needs.
+ Interface with local power company in the event of storm or other electrical outages.
+ Contractor Management to include all EHS compliance, project scope and scheduling.
**The Person:**
You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You're not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn't it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have:
+ High School degree or equivalent
+ 3+ years of supervisory experience.
+ 1+ years supporting Manufacturing/Production environments, preferred.
+ Prior work experience in a trade discipline such as Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, etc. preferred.
+ Demonstrated experience with electrical and mechanical industrial maintenance, including equipment installation.
+ Level 3 machinist skills in all areas of the department assigned.
+ Computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Office programs and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) programs.
+ Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts a plus.
**The Details:**
You'll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan including:
+ Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
+ Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
**And More:**
We want our company to be a place you'll want to be - and stay. Being part of our team means you'll get to:
+ _Grow:_ Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
+ _Learn:_ Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
+ _Belong:_ Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
+ _Give Back:_ Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.
What's more, you'll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We're more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We're visionaries and innovators. As successful as we've been in the past, we have so much further to go. That's where you come in. Join us!
**_We Don't Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too._**
Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 58,000 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you'll get the unique chance to impact some of the world's most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.
**Who We Are**
We're the World's largest tool company. We're industry visionaries. We're solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art "smart factory" products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.
**Benefits & Perks**
You'll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.
**What You'll Also Get**
Career Opportunity: Career paths aren't linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
**Learning & Development:**
Our lifelong learning philosophy means you'll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).
**Diverse & Inclusive Culture:**
We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that's how the best work gets done. You'll find we like to have fun here, too.
**Purpose-Driven Company:**
You'll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.
**EEO Statement:**
All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status or any other protected characteristic.
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete an application or access our website, please contact us at or at . Due to volume, we cannot respond to unrelated inquiries about the status of a completed application or resetting an account password.
Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal (eeoc.gov) (

**Supervisor Manufacturing Operations - 2nd Shift**
**Jackson, TN, United States**
**Come make the world and accelerate your success.**
It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of more than 50,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world's most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.
**The Job:**
Responsible for all manufacturing supervision activities for either compressor assembly, aluminum machining and tank fabrication.
+ Responsible for manning requirements, training and talent development, goal attainment, and continuous improvement within these areas.
+ Supports continuous improvement philosophy driving lean manufacturing principles.
+ Day-to-day manufacturing process support of production teams
+ Works closely with manufacturing engineers as well as other support groups and direct labor personnel to resolve issues that arise as related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
+ Works closely with HR and management to maintain consistency and fairness in administration of company policy and code of conduct.
+ Provides necessary talent and resources to the manufacturing process to meet objective goals.
+ Management of departmental budgets within assigned area.
+ Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
**The Person:**
You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You're not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn't it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have:
+ Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, management or engineering preferred or
+ equivalent experience.
+ 3-5 years in a manufacturing environment.
+ Working experience in MS Suite, ERP and time Keeping systems.
**The Details:**
You'll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:
+ Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
+ Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
**And More:**
We want our company to be a place you'll want to be - and stay. Being part of our team means you'll get to:
+ _Grow:_ Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
+ _Learn:_ Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
+ _Belong:_ Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
+ _Give Back:_ Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.
What's more, you'll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We're more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We're visionaries and innovators. As successful as we've been in the past, we have so much further to go. That's where you come in. Join us!
#LI- SB1
#LI-Onsite
**_We Don't Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too._**
Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 58,000 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you'll get the unique chance to impact some of the world's most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.
**Who We Are**
We're the World's largest tool company. We're industry visionaries. We're solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art "smart factory" products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.
**Benefits & Perks**
You'll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.
**What You'll Also Get**
Career Opportunity: Career paths aren't linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
**Learning & Development:**
Our lifelong learning philosophy means you'll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).
**Diverse & Inclusive Culture:**
We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that's how the best work gets done. You'll find we like to have fun here, too.
**Purpose-Driven Company:**
You'll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.
**EEO Statement:**
All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status or any other protected characteristic.
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete an application or access our website, please contact us at or at . Due to volume, we cannot respond to unrelated inquiries about the status of a completed application or resetting an account password.
Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal (eeoc.gov) (

**Supervisor Manufacturing Operations - 2nd Shift**
**Jackson, TN, United States**
**Come make the world and accelerate your success.**
It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of more than 50,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world's most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.
**The Job:**
Responsible for all manufacturing supervision activities for either compressor assembly, aluminum machining and tank fabrication.
+ Responsible for manning requirements, training and talent development, goal attainment, and continuous improvement within these areas.
+ Supports continuous improvement philosophy driving lean manufacturing principles.
+ Day-to-day manufacturing process support of production teams
+ Works closely with manufacturing engineers as well as other support groups and direct labor personnel to resolve issues that arise as related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
+ Works closely with HR and management to maintain consistency and fairness in administration of company policy and code of conduct.
+ Provides necessary talent and resources to the manufacturing process to meet objective goals.
+ Management of departmental budgets within assigned area.
+ Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
**The Person:**
You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You're not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn't it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have:
+ Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, management or engineering preferred or
+ equivalent experience.
+ 3-5 years in a manufacturing environment.
+ Working experience in MS Suite, ERP and time Keeping systems.
**The Details:**
You'll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:
+ Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
+ Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
**And More:**
We want our company to be a place you'll want to be - and stay. Being part of our team means you'll get to:
+ _Grow:_ Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
+ _Learn:_ Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
+ _Belong:_ Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
+ _Give Back:_ Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.
What's more, you'll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We're more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We're visionaries and innovators. As successful as we've been in the past, we have so much further to go. That's where you come in. Join us!
#LI- SB1
#LI-Onsite
**_We Don't Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too._**
Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 58,000 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you'll get the unique chance to impact some of the world's most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.
**Who We Are**
We're the World's largest tool company. We're industry visionaries. We're solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art "smart factory" products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.
**Benefits & Perks**
You'll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.
**What You'll Also Get**
Career Opportunity: Career paths aren't linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
**Learning & Development:**
Our lifelong learning philosophy means you'll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).
**Diverse & Inclusive Culture:**
We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that's how the best work gets done. You'll find we like to have fun here, too.
**Purpose-Driven Company:**
You'll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.
**EEO Statement:**
All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status or any other protected characteristic.
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It's not just about your career or job title. It's about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it's for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you're in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.
**Who will you be working with?**
Our Wabtec Young Touchstone team combines knowledge of our customers' product platforms/processes with industry expertise to deliver unparalleled product solutions. Here you'll interact daily with all support team functions to solve problems and will partner with other key stakeholders to support our customers and their operations.
**How will you make a difference?**
As a member of the Manufacturing Engineering group, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting automation solutions to improve manufacturing efficiency, quality, safety, and cost performance across both the Jackson and Lexington plants. This role will work closely with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to integrate new automation systems, optimize existing equipment, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The position will report directly to the Manufacturing Engineering Leader of the business unit.
**What do we want to know about you?**
To be successful in this role, you will need:
+ Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field (or equivalent experience).
+ 3+ years of experience in automation engineering, controls engineering, or similar role within a manufacturing environment.
+ Strong knowledge of PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar) and HMI development.
+ Experience with robotics, motion control, and vision inspection systems.
+ Proficient in reading and developing electrical schematics and technical documentation.
+ Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach.
+ Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
+ Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities across two plant locations.
+ Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and TPM principles preferred.
**What will your typical day look like?**
+ Design, develop, and implement automation systems (robotics, PLCs, HMIs, sensors, vision systems, etc.) to support manufacturing operations.
+ Provide hands-on troubleshooting, programming, and maintenance support for automated equipment.
+ Partner with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities that reduce cost, improve throughput, and enhance safety.
+ Support capital projects by specifying, sourcing, and commissioning new automated equipment.
+ Maintain accurate documentation of automation systems including electrical schematics, software programs, and operational manuals.
+ Train maintenance and production staff on operation and troubleshooting of automated systems.
+ Lead continuous improvement initiatives to increase equipment uptime, reliability, and efficiency.
+ Collaborate with vendors and integrators for automation upgrades and new system implementation.
+ Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality requirements, and company policies.
+ Provide automation support for both Jackson and Lexington facilities, requiring travel between sites up to 40% of time.
Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range for this role is between
$77,400.00-$110,300.00
The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com . Other benefit offerings for this role may include an annual bonus, if eligible.
**Who are we?**
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.
Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers' potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! Commitment to Embrace Diversity:**
Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.
To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world's brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.
We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles. People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.