Manufacturing Engineer/Production Supervisor

Job Description

Manufacturing Engineer/Production Supervisor

Job Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineer / Production Supervisor is responsible for both improving manufacturing processes and leading day-to-day production operations. This dual role ensures efficient, safe, and high-quality production by combining engineering expertise with effective people and process management. The ideal candidate will drive continuous improvement initiatives, manage production teams, and collaborate across departments to meet performance, quality, and cost objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Analyze, develop, and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize throughput.

Design and improve production layouts, tooling, fixtures, and work instructions.

Support new product introductions and ensure smooth transition from design to manufacturing.

Utilize lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to enhance equipment reliability and uptime.

Collect and analyze production data to identify trends and recommend corrective actions.

Qualifications & Experience:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.

Experience: 3–7 years in a manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.)

Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Kaizen, and root cause analysis tools

Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production planning tools

Familiarity with quality systems (ISO, Six Sigma, SPC)

Leadership Skills: Proven ability to coach, motivate, and develop production staff.

Soft Skills: Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

Production efficiency and on-time delivery

Scrap and rework reduction

Safety compliance and incident rate

Employee engagement and turnover

Continuous improvement project completion

Why Join Kane Innovations?

Opportunity to lead both engineering and production functions

Collaborative and innovative work environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

Growth potential within a rapidly expanding organization

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Full-time