Material Handling Team Lead- Goods Receiving & Internal Transport Jenbacher Engines
Waukesha, WI - USA
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Job Summary
About INNIO:
INNIOGroupis aglobaldistributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable flexible transient decentralizedmodularand efficient track recordofinnovation INNIO designs manufactures and services highperformance power systemsunder its Jenbacher and Waukesha company delivers power for applications including data centers microgrids grid stabilization industrialenergyand gas compression.
INNIO operates a global installed baseacross approximately100 countriesas of December 31 2025 supported by a resilient highmargin services business that delivers longterm recurring revenues across the full equipment lifecycle. As electricity demand acceleratesdriven by AIelectrificationand grid constraintsINNIO enables scalable behindthemeter power generation with high efficiency fast start capability strongtransientperformanceand fuel flexibility including hydrogenready solutions. INNIO employsover5000 people worldwide and is committed tomoving energy forward.
The Material Handling Team Lead -Goods Receiving & Internal Transport is responsible for the operational leadership of the goods receiving and internal transport team. The role ensures safe reliable and lean material flows from inbound logistics through internal distribution to production. This is a hands on material handling role.
A strong focus lies on leading by KPIs ensuring target achievement and continuously improving processes in line with Lean and Toyota Production System principles
What youll do:
- Function as a player/coach for the goods receiving and internal transport team
Organization and coordination of daily operations for:
Goods receipt including commercial and quantity inspection
Internal material transport and distribution
High-bay warehouse operations
- Ensure on-time andaccuratematerial supply to assembly and manufacturing
- Definemonitor and actively managelogisticsKPIs ( reliability throughput times inventory accuracy productivity safety)
- Lead the team according to performance targets and standard work
- Identifydeviationsinitiatecorrective actions and ensure sustainable solutions
- Drive continuous improvement activities using Lean Management / TPS methods (e.g.5S Kaizen standardization)
- Ensure compliance with safety quality and internallogisticsstandards
- Coordinate closely with production materials planning and warehouse management
- Support ramp-up phases and stabilize operations during volume increases
What youll have:
- At least 5 years of experience in warehouse management leading to solid operational knowledge of warehouse processes.
- Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience with a strong track record of KPI-driven performance management.
- Hands-on expertise in Lean Logistics and Toyota Production System principles.
- Hands on forklift experience with a valid forklift license.
- Strong ERP systemproficiency(e.g. Oracle or equivalent)
- Structured analytical and performance-oriented approach with the ability to prioritize multiple material flows
- Strong communicationskills across shopfloor and management levels
- High resilience in a fast-paced production environment and a continuous improvement focus on flow and stability
Additional Information:
- Location: Waukesha WI
- Work Schedule: Onsite Monday through Friday
- Travel: This role will require an initial trip of approximately 1 month to Jenbach Austria for training and to establish relationships with the peers.
- Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
INNIO offers a great work environment professional development challenging careers and competitive compensation. INNIO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national or ethnic origin gender (including pregnancy) sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
INNIO is empowering the transition to net zero – with energy solutions and services that are flexible, scalable, and resilient.