Manufacturing and Maintenance Supervisor

ZipRecruiter; Walled Lake (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing family-owned coatings company in Walled Lake, MI is seeking a seasoned Manufacturing Engineer. This role involves optimizing manufacturing processes and supervising maintenance teams in a team-based environment. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Engineering and significant manufacturing experience, along with strong problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

On-site fitness

Generous vacation

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise maintenance personnel and resolve safety issues.
• Implement schedules for equipment preventative maintenance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on LEAN initiatives.

Skills

Problem-solving

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Messina Talent is seeking a seasoned Manufacturing Engineer for a direct hire opportunity in Walled Lake, MI. Our client is a growing, family-owned coatings company known for its team-based environment, career growth opportunities, and family-friendly culture.

The Manufacturing Engineer will support the development of a lean culture with robust problem solving, provide hands-on supervision to the maintenance team, execute repairs and upgrades of equipment, and is responsible for optimizing manufacturing processes, improving efficiency, and ensuring product quality. The role involves participating in planning and reviewing activities to improve products, processes, environments, and equipment. The ideal candidate demonstrates versatility, personal accountability, a contributor attitude, and a drive to foster continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

1. Work hands-on with and lead/supervise maintenance personnel, and facilitate resolution of safety and downtime issues.
2. Ensure maintenance team and resources meet company needs within budgeted target costs.
3. Determine and implement a schedule for equipment preventative maintenance (PM), focusing on predictive maintenance, while maintaining existing equipment and facilities.
4. Lead safety improvement initiatives and ensure timely remedy of safety issues.
5. Train operators on new products and processes or major changes.
6. Conduct training ensuring documentation for lock-out/tag-out meets standards.
7. Maintain documentation according to control procedures.
8. Collaborate effectively with team members and leadership to meet goals.
9. Work with cross-functional teams on LEAN reduction initiatives and product launch execution.
10. Gather and analyze KPI data.
11. Develop partnerships with outside technical contractors.
12. Specify, develop, and support procurement of new tools and equipment.
13. Design for manufacturing during product development.
14. Serve as manufacturing engineer during product launches or engineering changes, including equipment specification, safety, process validation, and readiness runs.

Requirements

1. Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
2. 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
3. Proficiency in AutoCAD/SolidWorks.
4. Experience with MS Office, MS Project.
5. Experience with process, assembly, and production equipment installation and commissioning.
6. Project management skills.
7. Experience with tooling, fixtures, and equipment design.
8. Familiarity with agile product development philosophies.
9. Experience with controls, drives, HMI’s, and PLCs (Allen Bradley).
10. Experience with web handling, roll-to-roll web coating, or textile manufacturing.
11. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
12. Proactive, self-starter attitude.
13. Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels.

Working Environment

Occasional exposure to moving parts, fumes, chemicals, temperature variations. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, traverse the plant, and wear PPE. Ability to travel as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package valued at approximately 30% of total compensation.
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance.
• Employer-paid life and short/long-term disability insurance.
• Additional insurance options.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Generous vacation starting at 2 weeks, increasing with tenure.
• Paid holidays, attendance awards, 401(k) with match, tuition reimbursement, on-site fitness, and bonus programs.

Company Description: Real People. Real Connections. Real Results. Since over 40 years, Messina Talent has evolved to meet client needs, helping build teams and develop workforce strategies. Messina Talent Advisors, part of the Messina Group, connects candidates with opportunities efficiently.