Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor - Electrical

New Flyer; Shepherdsville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Manufacturing Engineer to lead and support engineering activities within their manufacturing cells. In this role, you will drive lean manufacturing initiatives, optimize processes, and ensure that production standards are met. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement engineering changes and enhance operational efficiency. Your expertise in electrical engineering and CAD software will be crucial in maintaining high-quality standards. Join a forward-thinking company that values continuous improvement and teamwork, and take your career to the next level in a supportive environment.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering is required.
• Proven experience in electrical engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing engineering activities and drive lean initiatives.
• Create shop floor instructions and train personnel on standards.
• Conduct contract reviews and ensure production preparedness.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing Principles

Problem-Solving Skills

Electrical CAD Software

Communication Skills

Continuous Improvement Methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Job description

Description

Lead and support comprehensive manufacturing engineering activities within assigned cell(s), including driving lean manufacturing initiatives, implementing Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), optimizing inventory location assignments, conducting thorough contract reviews, developing clear shop floor instructions, analyzing and validating labor standards, and overseeing capital equipment and facility upgrade projects.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide manufacturing engineering supervision, ensuring that manufacturing cells are properly supported.
• Work effectively as a team member to ensure operational metrics are achieved and any remedial action is actively pursued.
• Maintain current updates on manufacturing engineering related tasks.
• Represent manufacturing engineering at appropriate meetings and events.
• Design or specify any equipment, tooling, or racking required to support manufacturing.
• Ensure relevant Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) are properly reviewed within assigned cells or option groups and support all aspects of production implementation.
• Ensure default locators are assigned to all parts within assigned manufacturing cells.
• Create shop floor instructions and hot sheets, and train the necessary personnel on those standards.
• Update and maintain layouts (plant & cell layouts, inventory, housekeeping, emergency, & security maps).
• Specify and facilitate capital and equipment upgrades, installations, or modifications.
• Implement and facilitate lean manufacturing initiatives (5S, value stream mapping, setup reduction, etc.).
• Promote an environment of continuous improvement and teamwork.
• Lead or participate in SWAT team meetings, ensuring necessary actions are taken by cross-functional groups to resolve issues.
• Conduct process observations to ensure assigned time standards are fair and consistent.
• Maintain resource plans to ensure production activities are properly resourced.
• Validate routings, submit, and implement routing change requests to process planning as appropriate.
• Conduct contract reviews prior to contract start to ensure production preparedness, as outlined in the Manufacturing Readiness Assessment work instruction.
• Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) meetings to assist with the disposition of non-conforming materials.
• Initiate Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) where appropriate.
• Support process planning and production engineering.
• Participate in internal and supplier certifications and audits, as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field (required).
• Proven experience in electrical engineering within a manufacturing or production environment, with supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, value stream mapping).
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, particularly in diagnosing and resolving electrical system or equipment issues, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in electrical CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN), circuit design, and documentation of electrical control systems.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and technical training skills to support cross-functional collaboration and on-floor implementation.
• Familiarity with Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), and Manufacturing Readiness Assessments specific to electrical systems or components.

Benefits

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance