Senior Manufacturing Supervisor

Exxelia; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in electronic components is seeking a driven Senior Manufacturing Supervisor in New York. You will lead the manufacturing team, optimize production workflows, and ensure the quality and efficiency of operations. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of supervisory experience and strong leadership skills in a fast-paced environment. This role offers a competitive salary and full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate a diverse team.
• Experience with ERP systems and ability to navigate computer-based systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead production employees by assigning work and monitoring job transactions.
• Train and onboard new employees to maintain up-to-date training records.
• Resolve production issues and update equipment status in internal systems.
• Monitor daily production needs and communicate updates.
• Partner with Manufacturing leadership to meet key production metrics.
• Oversee production workflows to optimize efficiency and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Time management

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering or a related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

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Are you a hands‑on leader passionate about driving precision, quality, and efficiency in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment? Exxelia, a global leader in the design, development, and manufacturing of high‑performance electronic components, is seeking a driven Senior Manufacturing Supervisor to empower and guide our manufacturing team. In this pivotal role, you’ll be at the forefront of optimizing production workflows, managing daily operations, and ensuring the seamless delivery of every product we build. You’ll not only lead and support your team by assigning work and monitoring progress but also champion continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the production strategy, directly impacting our yield, throughput, and on‑time delivery metrics. If you thrive on solving problems, fostering team development, and making a tangible impact on operational excellence, this opportunity is for you.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and support production employees in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment by assigning work, monitoring job transactions, managing inventory, and ensuring work instructions and routings are accurate and followed.
• Train and onboard new employees, foster continuous learning, and maintain up‑to‑date training records for all team members.
• Serve as the first point of contact for resolving production issues: identify problems, troubleshoot or elevate as needed, and update equipment status in internal systems.
• Monitor daily production needs, proactively prioritize tasks, and communicate updates to the team and leadership.
• Partner with Manufacturing leadership to allocate resources effectively and meet key production metrics such as yield, throughput, and on‑time delivery.
• In close collaboration with Production management and the Master Planner, work on the medium‑term production strategy, including the load/capacity plan regarding labor and equipment.
• Collaborate with the Production Planner to re‑prioritize work queues based on evolving needs.
• Ensure adherence to all company policies, safety regulations, and industry standards through regular inspections and ongoing oversight.
• Oversee production workflows to optimize efficiency and maintain high‑quality output, swiftly addressing any quality concerns.
• Conduct employee performance reviews, provide constructive feedback and coaching, and manage performance issues with professionalism and care.
• Monitor the condition of production machinery, report malfunctions, and coordinate timely repairs to minimize downtime.
• Champion continuous improvement by identifying operational challenges and driving process enhancements across the team.

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, and/or five years of experience in manufacturing engineering.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.
• Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilities.
• Effective communicator across all levels of the organization, both verbal and written.
• Experience with ERP systems and ability to navigate computer‑based systems.
• Highly organized with strong time management skills and attention to detail.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret production plans and technical documentation.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with a commitment to team development and operational excellence.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering or a science‑related field.
• Technical knowledge of production equipment and maintenance procedures.
• Understanding of electronic components, schematics, and basic circuit functions.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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