Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor

MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING SUPERVISOR (Permanent) Our client, a global manufacturing organization headquartered in WNY, is looking to add a Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor to their growing team.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to a team of Manufacturing Engineers, supporting their technical and professional growth Create and communicate performance expectations, priorities, and accountability measures to drive team success Perform consistent one-on-one meetings & performance evaluations in order to create goals and offer career development opportunities Strengthen team capabilities through development planning, cross-functional training, and increased technical responsibilities Promote a culture of accountability, responsiveness, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement Accountable for Manufacturing Engineering performance across key metrics: scrap reduction, yield improvement, OEE, equipment downtime, process capability, and productivity Collaborate closely with Operations leadership to align engineering initiatives with production demands and strategic business goals Lead process stabilization efforts and drive improvements to enhance capabilities and ensure consistent manufacturing performance Conduct routine performance reviews in order to prioritize improvement opportunities, identify losses, and implement sustainable corrective actions Establish, maintain, and reinforce standard work practices while communicating clear areas of ownership & accountability Collaborate with cross-functional teams to effectively resolve process failures, recurring defects, scrap, yield losses, equipment downtime, and other manufacturing performance issues Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance quality, safety, productivity, delivery, and cost efficiency across operations Evaluate process variation, identify production constraints, and implement sustainable solutions to improve throughput, capacity, and operational consistency Support and execute initiatives involving equipment upgrades, tooling, fixtures, automation, and process optimization Identify cost saving opportunities and implement strategies while ensuring high standards for safety, quality, and product performance are being met Mentor & train engineers to independently identify, solve, and prevent manufacturing problems Ensure a consistent presence is felt on the manufacturing floor to provide coaching, understand operational challenges, and ensure effective execution.

Use data to prioritize issues, balance short-term production needs with long-term improvements, and drive issues to closure. Communicate priorities, risks, resource requirements, and technical concerns clearly and effectively across all levels of the organization. Work well in a team environment as well as independently Other duties as assigned/as necessary Details: Position is full-time, direct hire 100% in-office Some travel to customer sites may be required (5-10%) $110,000 - $135,000 annually depending on experience Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or related 5+ years’ experience in a manufacturing engineering role 2+ years’ in a leadership/supervisory role leading technical teams Expertise in Lean Manufacturing principles, 5S, standard work, Etc.

Knowledge of RTDs, sensors, thermocouples, MIMS, aerospace products, or similar is preferred Professional demeanor and ability to interact with employees and customers Great interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) Strong organization skills, analytical, and time management skills Meticulous attention to detail Self-motivated Relocation not available Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available All employees and applicants, please know that you have access at all times to New York State and Federal Labor Laws and Posters at the Government Agency websites: https://dol.

ny.gov/posting-requirements-0 ; https://www.dol.gov/general/topics/posters#workplace-posters