Material Handling Team Lead- Goods Receiving & Internal Transport - Jenbacher Engines

Description

About INNIO:

INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized, modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation, INNIO designs, manufactures and services high‑performance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrial energy and gas compression. 

INNIO operates a global installed base across approximately 100 countries as of December 31, 2025, supported by a resilient, high‑margin services business that delivers long‑term, recurring revenues across the full equipment lifecycle. As electricity demand accelerates—driven by AI, electrification and grid constraints—INNIO enables scalable, behind‑the‑meter power generation with high efficiency, fast start capability, strong transient performance and fuel flexibility, including hydrogen‑ready solutions. INNIO employs over 5,000 people worldwide and is committed to moving 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 you’ll do:

• Function as a player/coach for the goods receiving and internal transport team 

• Ensure on-time and accurate material supply to assembly and manufacturing 

• Define, monitor, and actively manage logistics KPIs (e.g. delivery reliability, throughput times, inventory accuracy, productivity, safety) 

• Lead the team according to performance targets and standard work 

• Identify deviations, initiate corrective 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 internal logistics standards 

• Coordinate closely with production, materials planning, and warehouse management 

• Support ramp-up phases and stabilize operations during volume increases 

What you’ll 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 system proficiency (e.g., Oracle or equivalent)  

• Structured, analytical, and performance-oriented approach with the ability to prioritize multiple material flows  

• Strong communication skills 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.