Switchgear Wiring Supervisor- 1st Shift
Panelmatic · Houston
About Us:
Panelmatic, Inc. was founded in 1957 in Youngstown, OH to serve manufacturing industries with the design and build of custom electrical, instrument, and pneumatic control panels. Our business has sufficiently grown over the years to support expansion for our clients. We have produced control packages for many of America's top corporations in the chemical, environmental, food, pulp and paper, rubber, petroleum, pharmaceutical, glass, metals, and utilities industries. We also deliver equipment for use worldwide. Our rigorous methodology assures compliance with domestic and international standards. We can meet the needs of our diverse clientele from start to finish through sales, design, fabrication, testing, and delivery.
Since 1957, we have been known for our high-quality, custom-built control packages, our comprehensive service, and our technological and manufacturing expertise. This expertise assures you of our ability to handle the largest and most complex packages quickly and efficiently.
Job Summary:
Panelmatic, Inc. is seeking a dedicated and experienced Wiring Supervisor to oversee daily operations within our switchgear wiring department. This position is responsible for supervising Wiring Technicians and Leads in the wiring, assembly, and completion of electrical switchgear and related equipment while ensuring compliance with engineering drawings, project specifications, safety requirements, quality standards, and production schedules.
The Switchgear Wiring Supervisor will coordinate daily production activities, assign work, monitor employee performance, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure wiring and assembly activities are completed accurately and efficiently. This role requires strong technical knowledge of electrical wiring and switchgear assembly, proven leadership capabilities, and the ability to collaborate with Production Management, Engineering, Quality, Materials, and other departments to meet customer requirements and production goals.
The ideal candidate will lead by example, develop team members, promote accountability, and maintain a safe, organized, and quality-focused manufacturing environment.
Job Duties:
- Supervise, lead, and provide daily direction to Switchgear Wiring Technicians, Lead Wiring Technicians, and other assigned production personnel.
- Plan, assign, and prioritize daily work activities based on project schedules, labor availability, material readiness, and production requirements.
- Review electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, bills of materials, and project specifications to establish wiring and assembly requirements.
- Oversee the wiring and assembly of switchgear, electrical distribution equipment, control panels, and associated electrical components.
- Ensure technicians properly install, route, label, and terminate control wiring, power wiring, terminal blocks, relays, switches, meters, instrument transformers, and other components as specified by project drawings.
- Ensure wiring and component installation are completed in accordance with approved drawings, customer specifications, applicable electrical standards, and Panelmatic quality requirements.
- Monitor daily production progress and adjust assignments to meet established deadlines, labor targets, and project milestones.
- Inspect completed wiring and assemblies for accuracy, workmanship, proper labeling, routing, termination, and compliance with engineering requirements.
- Identify and resolve wiring discrepancies, installation issues, drawing conflicts, and other technical challenges in coordination with Engineering and Production Management.
- Coordinate with Engineering to clarify drawings, resolve design questions, and communicate required revisions before work proceeds.
- Work with Materials and other departments to identify shortages, incorrect components, and material-related production delays.
- Support electrical testing, continuity checks, point-to-point verification, quality inspections, and final production checks as required.
- Ensure all wiring and assembly work is performed using appropriate tools, equipment, and safe work practices.
- Train, coach, and mentor Wiring Technicians and Lead Wiring Technicians on wiring methods, technical requirements, quality expectations, and department procedures.
- Evaluate employee performance, provide constructive feedback, and address performance or attendance concerns in accordance with company policies.
- Assist with interviewing, onboarding, training, and developing new team members as needed.
- Promote adherence to safety procedures, including proper tool use, electrical safety practices, personal protective equipment, and housekeeping standards.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area consistent with company safety and quality expectations.
- Communicate production status, staffing concerns, quality issues, material shortages, and schedule risks to Production Management.
- Collaborate with other production departments to coordinate workflow and support overall manufacturing objectives.
- Encourage teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and a culture of quality throughout the department.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support production operations and business needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training in electrical systems, industrial electricity, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical wiring, switchgear assembly, electrical distribution equipment, industrial control panels, or a related manufacturing environment.
- Minimum of 2 years of supervisory, team leadership, or production leadership experience preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of switchgear wiring, electrical component installation, control wiring, and electrical assembly practices.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, bills of materials, and technical instructions.
- Familiarity with electrical distribution equipment, switchgear components, control circuits, and associated wiring requirements.
- Ability to identify wiring errors, troubleshoot electrical assembly issues, and resolve discrepancies in coordination with Engineering and Quality.
- Knowledge of applicable electrical safety practices and relevant industry standards.
- Experience using electrical assembly tools, wire strippers, crimpers, torque tools, drills, and other hand and power tools.
- Ability to plan and prioritize work, allocate labor, and manage multiple projects or production priorities.
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to train, coach, and hold employees accountable for safety, quality, attendance, and productivity.
- Ability to communicate effectively with Production Management, Engineering, Quality, Materials, and other departments.
- Proficiency in documenting production progress, identifying workflow issues, and reporting performance against established goals.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform other physical activities associated with a manufacturing environment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supervising wiring operations for low-voltage switchgear, medium-voltage switchgear, switchboards, or electrical power distribution equipment.
- Experience working with UL 891 switchboards, UL 1558 metal-enclosed low-voltage power circuit breaker switchgear, or other applicable switchgear standards.
- Familiarity with electrical equipment manufacturers, power distribution assemblies, and custom electrical manufacturing.
- Experience coordinating electrical testing, quality inspections, and final equipment verification.
- Familiarity with torque specifications, wire identification standards, point-to-point wiring verification, and electrical documentation.
- Experience with production scheduling, labor planning, continuous improvement, and manufacturing performance metrics.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar tools for production tracking, reporting, and communication.
- Technical certifications or coursework in electrical systems, industrial electricity, or manufacturing leadership.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, HSA, term life, AD&D, STD, LTD
- 100% medical premium paid for by Panelmatic for the employee-only level medical coverage
- 80% paid for by Panelmatic and 20% paid for by the employee on all other level medical coverage (ie employee plus child, employee plus spouse, family)
- 401K Retirement
- Scholarships, educational reimbursement, paid volunteerism, and paid personal and professional development provided
- PTO and paid holidays provided
- Career advancement opportunities
- Competitive wages
- Family-friendly environment with average employee tenure above five years