Engineering Supervisor

Summary The Engineering Supervisor will be responsible to provide leadership and direction within assigned engineering team.  The Engineering Supervisor will be responsible for planning, scheduling and supervising the timely and quality work performance of the team. The Engineering Supervisor will focus on meeting manufacturing operations, product performance and cost goals.    Core Competencies  Accountability & Dependability Adaptability & Flexibility Analytical Coaching & Mentoring Communication Creative & Innovative Thinking Customer Focus Decision Making & Judgement Detail Oriented Development & Continual Learning Ethics & Integrity Forward Thinker Leadership Mathematical Reasoning Planning & Organizing Problem Solving Result Focus Team Work             Time Management               Job Duties                                                                                                                 Supervise, mentor and coach engineers within assigned team Enforce product quality and requirements within the team Responsible for assisting in interviewing, hiring and training employees Directs, prioritizes, assigns and reviews assigned employees work; approves time off for payroll purposes; prepares and reviews employee performance evaluations Prepare engineering drawings, schematics and/ or prototypes based upon pre-defined product requirements Test physical and computerized drawings and prototypes for functionality, reliability and ease of manufacture Ensure all products meet or exceed applicable safety standards Research components, part suppliers and materials for suitability, durability and cost-effectiveness Prepare detailed product development reports at each stage of the development process Oversee the testing and analysis of materials Assist with preparations for launching new products Review packaging to improve processes and consolidate purchases Supervise and assist with site APQP activities Review product methods, layouts, and cycle times to look for improvements and verify documentation Attend internal and external tooling tryouts to assist with development of packaging and manufacturing methods Supervise the review of tooling design, fixture design, automation design, packaging, run rate, and PPAP Supervises the preparation of Process Flow Diagrams and PFMEA Troubleshoot product malfunctions/ failures to prevent future concerns Resolves problems using solutions that involve new techniques, technologies, or concepts Responsible for maintaining ISO/ TS compliance within manufacturing Stay current with industry trends as well as product development methodologies   Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Minimum of 3 years’ engineering experience in automotive industry Experience in Lean Manufacturing techniques Knowledge and execution experience of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans and Process Flow Proven ability to create and execute product development plans that have achieved the identified target Exceptional organizational skills with task prioritization, multi-tasking, use of timelines and time management techniques Professional/ mature demeanor under stressful situation Strong project management skills with an ability to manage multiple projects and tasks Strong written and verbal communication skills Demonstrates strong leadership, motivation, and supervisory qualities Must be proficient in Microsoft products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Project) Demonstrated problem solving skills in a work environment with focus on continuous improvement Maintain a working knowledge of new technologies which may improve operations, and the ability to develop recommendations accordingly Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers