Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Express Employment Professionals - Kitchener / Waterloo; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

RRSP matching

Paid vacation

Training & development

Career advancement

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Kitchener / Waterloo is seeking an experienced Engineering Supervisor with a strong manufacturing engineering background in Kitchener. The role is hands-on, leading a production team, driving improvements, and collaborating with multiple departments to optimize processes and product quality.

The successful candidate will oversee daily operations, manage labor, support Lean initiatives, and foster a safe, accountable work environment while delivering on

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on leader with experience developing production teams.
• Experience applying manufacturing principles to optimize workflows.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop production employees while promoting teamwork, accountability, and performance.
• Coordinate daily manufacturing activities to meet production schedules and customer delivery commitments.
• Apply manufacturing engineering principles to optimize workflows, improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
• Monitor production performance, KPIs, throughput, and operational effectiveness to identify improvement opportunities.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Ensure products meet quality standards, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Purchasing, and Shipping to resolve issues and improve plant performance.
• Manage labour allocation and resource planning to maximize productivity.
• Identify and document non-conforming materials and coordinate corrective actions with suppliers and internal teams.
• Maintain accurate production reports, KPIs, and operational documentation.
• Promote and enforce health and safety policies while maintaining a clean, organized workplace.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with employee onboarding, coaching, performance management, and disciplinary matters as required.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Communication

Organization

ERP/MRP proficiency

Education

Manufacturing Engineering/Mechanical/Industrial Eng

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Compensation: Competitive hourly wage based on experience

Express Employment Professionals is seeking an experienced Engineering Supervisor with a strong Manufacturing Engineering background for our client, a growing manufacturing organization in Kitchener.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who combines strong technical expertise with proven supervisory skills. You will oversee daily production operations, lead a team, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.

Working closely with the Plant Manager, you will play a key role in optimizing manufacturing processes, resolving production challenges, and fostering a positive, accountable, and safety-focused team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop production employees while promoting teamwork, accountability, and performance.
• Coordinate daily manufacturing activities to meet production schedules and customer delivery commitments.
• Apply manufacturing engineering principles to optimize workflows, improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
• Monitor production performance, KPIs, throughput, and operational effectiveness to identify improvement opportunities.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Ensure products meet quality standards, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Purchasing, and Shipping to resolve issues and improve plant performance.
• Manage labour allocation and resource planning to maximize productivity.
• Identify and document non-conforming materials and coordinate corrective actions with suppliers and internal teams.
• Maintain accurate production reports, KPIs, and operational documentation.
• Promote and enforce health and safety policies while maintaining a clean, organized workplace.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with employee onboarding, coaching, performance management, and disciplinary matters as required.

Qualifications:

• Strong leadership, team-building, and employee development skills with a hands-on management approach.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to lead effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong commitment to quality standards and workplace safety.

Education & Experience:

• Post-secondary education in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline is required.
• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience leading production teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven success implementing process improvements that enhance efficiency, quality, and productivity.
• Experience in the window and door manufacturing industry is a strong asset.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma Green Belt, or equivalent continuous improvement certification is an asset.
• Competitive hourly wage based on experience.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• RRSP matching program.
• Paid vacation.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a stable, growing organization.
• Collaborative team environment focused on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.

Ready for Your Next Opportunity?

If you're a hands-on manufacturing leader with an engineering mindset and a passion for developing people, improving processes, and driving results, we'd love to hear from you!