Piston Automotive ยท 6 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor
Southfield, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/StaffPiston Automotive is dedicated to achieving excellence in manufacturing through better teams and processes. The Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor will manage the Corporate Engineering Team, ensuring project success through effective leadership, technical guidance, and communication across various functions.
AutomotiveManufacturingProduct DesignSupply Chain Management
Hiring Manager
Kristie Penn
Responsibilities
Provide engineering expertise to ensure manufacturing projects are completed on time and within budget
Drive lean manufacturing concepts (OEE, Kanban, Visual Factory, TPM) across production operations
Support plant engineering and maintenance teams with guidance on process improvement and equipment performance
Review and approve process documentation, including Process Flows, Cycle Time Analysis, PFMEA, and Work Instructions
Assist in evaluating new suppliers, products, and technologies to support continuous improvement and competitiveness
Support all new manufacturing launch activities to meet or exceed company goals for safety, quality, productivity, and cost
Develop manufacturing project specifications and timing plans, including equipment, tooling, and facility requirements
Oversee procurement, design, build, installation, and debugging of production process equipment through SOP
Participate in program meetings internally and with customers to address manufacturing schedules, issues, and deliverables
Support development of annual and project-based capital expenditure budgets related to manufacturing
Ensure successful delivery of manufacturing launch commitments and continuous improvement goals
Track, prioritize, and resolve open manufacturing-related issues while maintaining project timelines
Provide supervision and performance management for the manufacturing engineering team, including goal setting and reviews
Qualification
Required
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with ability to drive results across diverse teams
Skilled in Lean Manufacturing tools: 5S, Kanban, Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, and Root Cause Analysis
Deep knowledge of automotive assembly systems (body, trim, chassis, powertrain, interior, electrical)
Hands-on expertise with manual/automated assembly systems, process flow design, and PFMEA documentation
Solid understanding of industrial safety standards
Willingness to travel to support team and launch activities
Preferred
Experience in ILVS/JIT/Broadcast environments
Benefits
Competitive Wages
Paid Holidays & Vacation
Medical & Rx Plans
Dental & Vision Plans
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Life & Disability Coverage
401K with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Vehicle and Product Discount
Company
Piston Automotive
Piston Automotive specializes in product design, prototype testing, process engineering design and development, and supply chain management.
Founded in 1996
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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