Manufacturing Operations Engineer / Supervisor
Core
Hybrid role combining technical optimization of assembly processes with direct leadership of production teams to ensure efficiency, ergonomics, and error-proofing in automotive manufacturing.
Role type
Manufacturing Operations Engineer / Supervisor (Hybrid IC + People Management)
Builds
Automotive lighting components and assembly lines for global automakers
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Industrial operations
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (specifically: production lines, assembly processes, equipment maintenance)
Required skills
Lean Manufacturing principles, PFMEA creation, time-measurement methodologies, SQCDM management, TPM standards, PDCA/FTA analysis, team induction and training, safety enforcement, budget management
Preferred skills
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering, experience in automotive assembly, ability to manage diverse teams
Technologies
PFMEA, TPM, 5S, VPS (Value Stream Process), Hoshin, Kaizen
Responsibilities
Lead workshops to reduce costs and cycle times; Collaborate with design teams on Design for Manufacturability; Manage work instructions and process error-proofing; Lead team induction, scheduling, and performance appraisals; Ensure daily production meets safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets; Deploy TPM standards and manage equipment maintenance; Pilot continuous improvement methodologies (PDCA, 5 Whys); Manage zone budget and headcount planning.
Seniority
Mid-level (0-3 years experience required), hands-on IC with people management duties
