Production Engineer

Supermicro; 's-Hertogenbosch; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Supermicro is seeking a motivated Production Engineer to optimize production processes in electronics/high-tech manufacturing. You will troubleshoot equipment, support daily operations, and drive Lean/Six Sigma initiatives with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes process improvement, quality, and safety compliance in a fast-paced environment, with collaboration across engineering, planning, and operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical engineering or related field.
• 3+ years in production/manufacturing, preferably electronics/high-tech.
• Experience optimizing production processes and collaborating cross-functionally.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement knowledge.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills; strong communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production line operations to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Analyze and optimize manufacturing processes to improve cost-effectiveness.
• Provide technical support and diagnose production equipment issues.
• Collaborate with QA and safety to ensure compliance and documentation.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field

Tools

Excel

Minitab

Power BI

Job description

About Supermicro

Supermicro® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are amongst the fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer many new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us to drive accelerated growth and technology-led innovation in the global marketplace.

Job Req ID: 29894

About Supermicro

Supermicro® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are amongst the fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer many new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us to drive accelerated growth and technology-led innovation in the global marketplace.

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated Production Engineer with experience in manufacturing, particularly in the electronics or high-tech sector. This role focuses on optimizing production processes, troubleshooting equipment issues, and driving operational excellence while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Production Line Support:
• Oversee daily operations on the production floor to ensure all processes run smoothly and efficiently.
• Provide technical support to resolve issues that arise during production and minimize downtime.
• Process Optimization:
• Analyze and optimize existing manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, product quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Implement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives like Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
• Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting:
• Ensure all equipments are properly maintained and calibrated.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot/communicate mechanical, electrical, and software related issues on production equipment.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance:
• Collaborate with the Quality Control team to identify and address production issues impacting product quality.
• Ensure all production processes are compliant with relevant safety regulations and company standards.
• Documentation & Reporting:
• Maintain accurate records of production activities, machine performance, and maintenance schedules.
• Prepare and present daily, weekly, and monthly production reports to the Shift Manager.
• Team Collaboration & Supervision:
• Work closely with production operators and technicians to monitor and manage workflow.
• Provide guidance and technical support to the production team to improve skill sets and efficiency.
• Inventory & Resource Management:
• Monitor inventory levels of materials, tools, and spare parts to prevent disruptions in production.
• Coordinate with the planning team to ensure timely availability of required materials.
• Safety & Environmental Compliance:
• Promote and enforce a culture of safety, ensuring compliance with all safety regulations and policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) in a production or manufacturing environment, preferably in the electronics or high-tech industry.
• Previous experience in optimizing production processes and working with cross functional teams.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and quality control principles.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis, etc.). Experience with analytical tools/software such as Minitab, Power BI, or other statistical analysis programs is a plus.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities to identify and address production issues quickly and effectively.
• Excellent communication skills in English, with the ability to convey technical information clearly.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with production operators, technicians, and cross functional teams.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and manage multiple tasks with a proactive approach.
• Willingness to occasionally provide support beyond regular working hours in case of production emergencies.
• High level of attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high quality standards and safety protocols.

EEO Statement

Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.