Manufacturing Supervisor

Carrier; Santa Catarina; On-site; BRL 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrier Global Corporation seeks a Manufacturing Supervisor to lead engineering activities that boost production performance, safety, and quality. You will steer process development, changes, and productivity improvements with technical leadership across engineering and production teams.

You will apply Lean methodologies, manage equipment, automation, and standardized work while guiding problem-solving efforts and ensuring compliance with standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field.
• Minimum 5 years in manufacturing engineering with team leadership.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.
• Experience applying Lean tools and problem-solving methods.
• Advanced English communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supervising Manufacturing Engineers to ensure compliance with safety, quality, productivity, and manufacturing standards.
• Developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, automation systems, and standardized work instructions.
• Identifying and executing cost reduction, productivity improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
• Supporting problem-solving activities through PFMEA, Control Plans, RCCA, SPC, and statistical analysis tools.
• Managing engineering change projects, process documentation, training programs, and certification plans for critical manufacturing operations.

Skills

Experience: 5+ years

Mechanical systems

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Automation systems

PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens)

Sensors

Conveyors

Robotics

CNC equipment

Industrial safety standards

Lean tools (5S, TPM, VSM, Kaizen, SMED

Takt Time

DMAIC

SPC

Cpk / Ppk

Project management

MS Office

English proficiency

Willingness to rotate shifts

NPI knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Minitab

Power BI

Job description

About Carrier

Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure the safe transport of food, life-saving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier.

About the Role

The Manufacturing Supervisor is responsible for leading manufacturing engineering activities to support production performance, process optimization, safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role oversees the development and implementation of manufacturing processes, engineering changes, and productivity improvements while providing technical leadership to engineering and production teams. The position plays a critical role in driving operational excellence, supporting business objectives, and ensuring compliance with manufacturing and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading and supervising Manufacturing Engineers to ensure compliance with safety, quality, productivity, and manufacturing standards.


• Developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, automation systems, and standardized work instructions.


• Identifying and executing cost reduction, productivity improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing methodologies.


• Supporting problem-solving activities through PFMEA, Control Plans, Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA), SPC, and statistical analysis tools.


• Managing engineering change projects, process documentation, training programs, and certification plans for critical manufacturing operations.

Requirements

We are looking for people who are analytical, collaborative, results-driven, and passionate about continuous improvement. If this is you, get in touch.

As a minimum you must have:

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field.


• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering within a high-volume manufacturing environment, including team leadership responsibilities.


• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, electronic, automation systems, PLCs (Allen-Bradley and Siemens), sensors, conveyors, robotics, CNC equipment, and industrial safety standards.


• Experience applying Lean Manufacturing principles and tools such as 5S, TPM, VSM, Kaizen, SMED, Takt Time, DMAIC, process balancing, SPC, Cpk, and Ppk.


• Advanced communication, project management, and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Willingness and flexibility to work rotating shifts as required.


• Advanced proficiency in English (written and verbal).

Although not necessary, it would be nice if you have:

• Experience with AutoCAD, Minitab, Power BI, and data analytics tools.


• Knowledge of new product introduction (NPI), advanced manufacturing technologies, and industrial automation projects.


• Advanced English proficiency in a global manufacturing environment.

Benefits

We offer a competitive total rewards package that may include other benefits and well-being programs. Offerings vary by role and location and are designed to support employees' health, security, and success.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.

Carrier is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.