Overview

Lead / Manager

Early Talent Supervisor, Watertown

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Terex

Compensation

$62,000 - $72,000/year

US-SD Watertown

On-site

Posted April 2, 2026

Job Description

Job Description:

Position Title or Job Classification: Early Talent Supervisor

Business Unit: Terex Utilities

Location: Watertown, SD

Work Eligibility: Must be eligible to work in U.S.A.

Reports to: Production Manager

Language Requirements: English

What you'll do

Team Member Development:

Develop cross training plans for team members to learn all tasks within a manufacturing line.

Participate in and complete performance evaluations.

Provide opportunities for team members to learn other jobs within the business in an effort to expand cross-training potential.

Coach and help team members understand KPI metrics.

Staffing:

Create daily staffing plans to ensure all functions of the operation are accounted for.

Determine that required staffing can meet current and future demand while ensuring productivity output aligns with business strategy.

Participate in the interview process of new team members.

Daily Operations:

Safety: Perform daily safety audits to ensure team member safety. Complete problem-solving activities to eliminate safety hazards. Escalate immediate safety concerns and incidents to the Safety team.

Quality: Document internal and external quality issues. Discuss internal quality issues with team and complete problem-solving activities to prevent recurring internal quality issues. Escalate external quality issues to the Quality team with a sense of urgency.

Delivery: Monitor pace of the line ensuring takt times are met. Escalate production stoppage and develop short term countermeasures. Review daily schedule and sequence to ensure daily goals will be achieved. Plan for team member absences to ensure production goals will be met.

Cost: Review daily staffing requirements to ensure productivity goals are maintained. Perform problem solving activities to eliminate waste and increase efficiency.

Morale: Track team member morale and discuss potential opportunities with team

Improving Operations:

Effectively communicate change to team members.

Work with team to complete rapid daily problem solving.

Attend Kaizen events and communicate results and action items with the team.

Other Expectations:

Maintain a positive attitude.

Develop trust and respect with team members.

Be professional and be an Agent of Terex at all times.

Understand and be an example of the Terex Way Values

What you bring

Basic Qualifications:

BS degree in Engineering (Manufacturing), Industrial Management, Business, or comparable degrees required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Formal Lean Training and supervision experience a plus.

Demonstrated leadership ability.

Fluent in English, both written and verbal.

Must be knowledgeable and demonstrate proficiency with MS Word and Excel.

Physical Requirements include the ability to:

Lift and carry up to 40 pounds and or awkward items

Ability to stand/sit for a full 10-hour shift

Distinguish and identify wire and paint colors

Read fine print with or without the use of corrective lenses

Have a full range of motion (bending lifting reaching working with some small parts with repetition)

Salary: The compensation range for this position is $62,000-$72,000 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc.

This above description is non-exhaustive and there may be additional duties in accordance with the role.

Why join us

We are a global company, and our culture is defined by our Values — Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Check out this video! The Terex purpose
Safety is an absolute way of life. We expect all team members to prioritize safety and commit to Zero Harm.
Our top priority is creating an inclusive environment where every team member feels safe, supported, and valued.
We make a positive impact by providing innovative solutions, engaging our people, and operating in a sustainable way.
We are committed to helping team members reach their full potential.
Through innovation and collaboration, our vision remains forward-looking, and we aim to be a catalyst for change, inspiring others to build a better world for generations.
For more information on why Terex is a great place to work click on the link! Careers | Terex Corporate

If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

About Terex:

Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential.

We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment.

With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders.

For more information, please visit www.terex.com.

Additional Information:

We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact. We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce. Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values – Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members. To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department (person or department) at Globaltalentacquisitions@terex.com.

The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.