Supervises manufacturing engineering staff, assigns work, manages budgets, provides technical guidance, and coordinates engineering activities with production, materials, and quality teams. Oversees manufacturing process design and implementation, quality compliance, continuous improvement, engineering tools, and project execution. Leads employee development, vendor coordination, performance management, and adoption of new technologies while ensuring processes meet safety, regulatory, and quality standards.
Job Title: Supervisor, Engineering
Job Summary
The engineering supervisor manages a team of engineers, overseeing daily operations, tasks assignments and ensuring quality work while providing technical support and mentorship
Responsibility
- Oversees daily activities of engineering staff, ensuring tasks are completed on time and meet quality standards
- Manage project budgets, track expenses and ensure cost control measures are in place.
- Assign, train, develop and supervise manufacturing engineers, student engineers, outside vendors
- Provide technical guidance and support to the team, ensuring they have the resources and knowledge needed to succeed.
- Identify and implement process improvements and/or new technologies to increase efficiency and productivity
- Assists in planning and coordination of new engineering analysis tools, such as CAD, CAD/CAM system, CAT, quotation sheet
- Liaise with other departments (e.g., production, materials, QA) to coordinate activities and resolve issues
- Oversees the design, development and implementation of manufacturing processes and systems
- Ensure that all manufacturing processes meet quality standards and comply with industry regulations and safety standards protocols
- Stay current with industry trends and technologies to incorporate best practices into engineering processes
- Set goals, evaluate performance and provide feedback and development opportunities for team members
- Monitor and enforce quality control processes to maintain high standards of work
Academic/Educational Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, mechanical or industrial engineering or equivalent
- Licensing by a provincial or territorial association of professional engineers is required to approve engineering drawings and reports and to practices as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.)
Required Skills/Experience
- 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering environment
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- In-depth knowledge of manufacturing process, lean manufacturing principle and continuous improvement methodologies
- Advanced understanding of GD&T, APQP, FMEA, PPAP, process flow, control plans, ECNs, etc...
- Proficiency in Solidworks/AutoCAD software, ERP systems and other manufacturing – related tools
- Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments
What Linamar Has to Offer
- Competitive Compensation
- Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
- Sustainability Council
- Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
- Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.
About Us
Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.
With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.
Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.
Linamar Corporation Guelph, Ontario, CAN Office
287 Speedvale Ave. W., Guelph, ON, Canada, N1H1C5
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