Engineering Supervisor - Training/Set Up

Position Summary

The Engineering Supervisor - Training/Set-Up position supervises the development and implementation of the Machine Operator Training Program, Line Trial team, and line set-up sheet completion and efficacy. The Training/Set-Up Engineering Operations team works cross-functionally with other programs and is responsible for the development of equipment to aid in the manufacturing process; leads and directs initial and on-going training with new technologies/processes to enhance the effectiveness of Machine Operators’ skills.

Responsibilities and Essential Duties

• Supervises development and monitors efficacy, implementation, and control of the Machine Operator Training Program.
• Supervises the planning, coordination, and execution of all initial and continuous developmental training for Machine Operators.
• Supervises the Line Trial team and ensures we are effectively setting up and notating line trial information to create set-up sheets prior to first production.
• Supervises the planning, coordination, and execution of machine set-up sheet accuracy and efficacy.
• Supervises downtime reduction activities to optimize equipment uptime, safety, and environmental performance.
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures including, but not limited to, Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) (ensuring machinery is off before performing maintenance or repair), hot work, confined spaces work, use of powered industrial machines, etc.
• Participates in the preparation and administration of machine wear parts.
• Develops and supervises effective manufacturing equipment maintenance reliability programs.
• Monitors operations and makes recommendations to improve efficiency.
• Assists in the review of set-up requirements and determines product impact of changes on manufacturing lines.
• Works with Commercialization to design equipment modifications based on product and packaging types.
• Completes other duties as assigned by the Engineering Manager – Training/Set-Up.

Technical Skills Required

• Strong critical thinking skills and maintains an enthusiastic and positive approach toward employees and the job function.
• Ability to communicate with technical specialists and to interpret technical/blueprint drawings and specification documents.
• Strong mathematics and engineering skills.
• Ability to lead a multi-discipline team both as a supervisor and in a technical capacity.
• Strong organization and communication skills with the proven ability to motivate and supervise a team.
• Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.

Experience Required

• Degree in mechanical/electrical engineering preferred or extensive applicable experience in a related role.
• Industrial manufacturing experience required.
• Three years of experience in a leadership role training and/or supervising training of associates.
• Ability to operate effectively in the use of business tools including computers, e-mail, and
• applicable software applications.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to sit, balance, climb, stand, bend, squat, squeeze, kneel, turn, crouch, and stoop repeatedly.
• Physically able to lift 75 pounds and manipulate up to a 500-pound drum on a regular basis.
• Frequent exposure to varying temperatures, loud noises, heavy machinery, fumes, airborne particles, electrical, chemicals, and moving parts.
• Prolonged use of computer screen.