The Manufacturing Engineer Supervisor leads a team of manufacturing engineers to drive continuous improvement, ensure efficient production processes, and support new product introductions. This role is responsible for overseeing engineering activities related to process optimization, equipment maintenance, and quality assurance, while fostering a culture of safety, innovation, and collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and mentor a team of manufacturing engineers, providing technical guidance and performance feedback.
- Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Production, Quality, Maintenance, and R&D to support manufacturing goals.
- Oversee the design, development, and implementation of manufacturing processes and tooling.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
- Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues.
- Manage engineering documentation including process instructions, PFMEAs, and control plans.
- Coordinate and support new product introductions and engineering change implementations.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and drive actions to meet targets.
- Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Proficiency in CAD software and manufacturing systems (e.g., ERP, MES).
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
- Experience in regulated industries (e.g., automotive, medical devices, aerospace) is a plus.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with automation, robotics, or Industry 4.0 technologies.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Working Conditions:
- Office and manufacturing floor environment.
- Occasional travel may be required.
- Must be able to wear PPE and comply with safety protocols.
OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
• High-Performance Culture• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• Innovation
• Financial Strength
VERTIV BEHAVIORS
- Own it
- Act with urgency
- Foster a customer-first mindset
- Think big and execute
- Lead by example
- Drive continuous improvement
- Learn and seek out development
- Promote transparent & open communication
About Vertiv
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.
Work Authorization
No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [email protected].
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About the TeamSkills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years manufacturing engineering experience with at least 2 years supervisory or leadership experience
- Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Proficiency in CAD software
- Proficiency with manufacturing systems (ERP, MES)
- Experience with PFMEAs, control plans, and engineering documentation
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills
- Experience in regulated industries (automotive, medical devices, aerospace)
- Experience with automation, robotics, or Industry 4.0 technologies
- Bilingual English/Spanish
What We Do
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to ensure its customers’ vital applications run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs approximately 20,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. For more information, and for the latest news and content from Vertiv, visit Vertiv.com.
