Manufacturing Supervisor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree and 4 years of relevant experience, or 6 or more years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Maintenance supervisory experience in a manufacturing or machine shop environment, with 6 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of safety codes and standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Analytical ability to solve complex problems.
• Ability to read and interpret AutoCAD equipment drawings and hydraulic, pneumatic, and general electrical circuits.
• Knowledge of, or ability to apply, Lean and continuous improvement tools and principles.
• Prior experience leading teams or projects to achieve elevated levels of performance and engagement in a manufacturing or logistics setting.
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy to exchange information, handle sensitive issues, and translate, simplify, and clarify information for employees.
• Willingness and ability to complete required Supervisor training and apply the learning.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 6 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or machine shop environment.
• Familiarity with Maximo, SAP, and Outlook.
• Operational understanding of fluid systems, including pneumatic, hydraulic, coolant, and lubrication systems.
• Operational understanding of metal cutting, press force monitoring, material handling automation, washing, and machining processes.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise Skilled Trades Electricians, Pipefitters, Machine Repairmen, Millwright/Welders, and Toolmakers.
• Coach and mentor direct reports in their daily activities.
• Coordinate manpower and material resources for critical machine breakdown repairs, working with support team members across all three shifts.
• Assist support team members in troubleshooting complex machining equipment downtime using structured problem-solving and root cause analysis.
• Manage timecards, attendance, training, and overtime systems.
• Plan, schedule, and execute planned maintenance job plans, standard work instructions, and emergency maintenance tasks.
• Support Skilled Trades, Controls Engineers, and Process Engineers in diagnosing and repairing CNC and assembly machining operations.
• Assist Skilled Trades employees in using technical drawings and OEM documentation to troubleshoot faults, diagnose equipment failures, and make repairs.
• Attend SFM meetings and work with Operations to improve equipment uptime by reducing MTBF and MTTR and improving equipment reliability and safety.
• Interface with employee Labor Relations personnel and local UAW Shop Committee representatives.
• Follow and support policies outlined in the contract, handbook, and policy guide.
• Evaluate Skilled Trades employees’ work, enforce contractual agreements and company safety policies, complete leader performance reviews, and provide constructive criticism and discipline as needed.
• Support and facilitate a safe and ethical working environment and culture.

Benefits

• Annual bonus program.
• 401(k) company contribution with company match up to 6%, plus a non-elective company contribution of 3–7% depending on age.
• Starting at 4 weeks of paid vacation.
• 13 or more calendar holidays.
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Employee assistance program.
• Comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs.
• Onsite fitness at some locations.
• Tuition assistance.
• Volunteer paid time off.
• Short-term and long-term disability plans.