Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor

Accuray; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Accuray, based in Madison, Wisconsin, seeks a Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor to lead engineers and technicians in developing, validating, and optimizing manufacturing processes. You will ensure quality, cost, and delivery targets while maintaining FDA QSR and ISO 13485 compliance.

The role drives continuous improvement and supports NPI and design transfers. Ideal candidates bring Lean/Six Sigma experience, ERP/CAD tools, and strong communication to coordinate with Quality, R&D, and Supply

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field is required or equivalent.
• Bachelor of Science or higher in engineering and related disciplines.
• Certifications such as Six Sigma Green/Black Belt or PMP are preferred.
• Experience with manufacturing processes, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor a team of manufacturing engineers and technicians.
• Lead the development and validation of manufacturing processes, tooling, and equipment maintenance.
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts with Quality, R&D, Supply Chain, and Production to resolve issues and implement improvements.
• Oversee transfer of new or updated products into production with robust documentation and training.
• Monitor KPIs such as yield, cycle time, and COGS.
• Ensure compliance with FDA QSR and ISO 13485.

Skills

Problem-solving

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering or related field

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Six Sigma Green/Black Belt or PMP

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MS Office

SolidWorks

OrCAD

MS Project

Visio

LabView

Minitab

Job description

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