Sr Manufacturing Supervisor

Carrier; Santa Catarina; On-site; MXN 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrier is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Supervisor to lead metal stamping process optimization in a high-volume plant. You will drive safety, quality, and productivity improvements through Lean, Six Sigma, and technical leadership across stamping operations.

You will oversee tooling, die management, and process documentation, coordinate die trials, and support continuous improvement initiatives while providing strong cross-functional leadership and communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or process roles.
• Experience with metal stamping operations in high-volume manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of presses, dies, tooling, and process control techniques.
• Experience in process standardization, continuous improvement, and manufacturing optimization.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical docs.
• Knowledge of PFMEA, Lean/Six Sigma methods, and root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety standards and best practices for press operations.
• Set and monitor process windows for critical press parameters.
• Improve OEE and reduce stamping cycle times.
• Lead root cause investigations for production and quality issues.
• Apply Lean/Six Sigma to reduce scrap and variation.
• Maintain operating procedures, PFMEAs, and process docs.
• Coordinate die/tooling changes, trials, and validations.
• Support ECNs and new product/process validations.
• Lead SMED projects to reduce changeovers and improve availability.
• Develop preventive and predictive maintenance for dies and equipment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and technical team leadership.
• Demonstrate advanced English proficiency.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project management

Technical leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

CATIA

SolidWorks

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 advancementsin climate solutions such astemperature 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

As a Senior Manufacturing Supervisor, you will be responsible for leading the optimization of metal stamping and forming processes in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in driving safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency through process improvements, tooling management, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, and technical leadership. You will support production operations while leading initiatives that enhance equipment performance, reduce waste, and ensure reliable manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring compliance with all safety standards and best practices related to press operations.
• Establishing, monitoring, and maintaining process windows for critical press parameters.
• Driving improvements in Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and reducing cycle times across stamping operations.
• Leading root cause analysis investigations to resolve complex production and quality issues.
• Implementing Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce scrap, waste, and process variation.
• Developing and maintaining operating procedures, work instructions, PFMEAs, and process documentation.
• Managing the acquisition, modification, validation, and release of progressive, transfer, and tandem dies.
• Coordinating die tryouts, adjustments, and validation activities prior to production launch.
• Implementing die protection systems, feed error detection controls, and tonnage monitoring strategies.
• Providing manufacturing support for stamping, feeding, lubrication, and press equipment-related issues.
• Supporting engineering change activities (ECNs) and new product/process validations.
• Leading SMED initiatives to reduce die changeover times and improve equipment availability.
• Developing preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize die life and performance.
• Coordinating continuous improvement projects and providing technical leadership to manufacturing teams.
• Advanced English level

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 -5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, or a similar role.
• Experience with metal stamping operations in high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and servo presses, including tonnage, stroke, and shut-height parameters.
• Experience with progressive, transfer, tandem, and forming dies.
• Knowledge of stamping defects, troubleshooting techniques, and process control methodologies.
• Experience in process standardization, continuous improvement, and manufacturing optimization.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of press automation systems and coil feeding equipment.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software such as AutoCAD, CATIA, SolidWorks, or Radan.
• Experience using Minitab for statistical analysis and process capability studies.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, PFMEA, and root cause analysis tools.
• Strong technical leadership, project management, communication, and team development skills.
• Advanced English level

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

• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience launching new stamping processes or production lines.
• Knowledge of Industry 4.0, manufacturing data analytics, and automated monitoring systems.

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 [e-mail]. 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.