Entry Level Manufacturing Engineer/Production Supervisor

Job Title: Entry Level Manufacturing Engineer/Production Supervisor

Job Description

The Entry Level Manufacturing Engineer/Production Supervisor provides direct leadership to production employees within assigned value streams while driving a culture of safety, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement. This role focuses on onboarding, training, coaching, and performance management, while leading key improvement projects that enhance productivity, quality, and overall operational efficiency. It offers an excellent opportunity for an entry-level engineer with manufacturing experience to step into a leadership role, gain management experience, and grow into a seasoned production supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct leadership to production employees within assigned value streams, including onboarding, training, coaching, performance management, and corrective action.
• Champion lean manufacturing principles and actively identify opportunities to eliminate waste and improve operational efficiency.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by involving employees in problem-solving, process improvements, and decision-making.
• Monitor daily production performance metrics and communicate results using production boards and other visual management tools.
• Help develop current-state and future-state value stream maps and execute improvement initiatives based on identified opportunities.
• Support the implementation and launch of new products, processes, equipment, and manufacturing improvements on the shop floor.
• Identify, develop, and lead key continuous improvement projects across the manufacturing operation.
• Partner with employees, leadership, and cross-functional teams to improve workflow, communication, and overall production performance.
• Work collaboratively with Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and HR teams to support daily operations.
• Support project execution, cost reduction initiatives, and operational performance improvements.
• Work closely with the Plant Manager to achieve site goals and objectives.
• Monitor staffing levels, productivity, and operational metrics to improve overall business performance.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts while maintaining a strong and visible shop floor presence.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, lean practices, and maintenance excellence in all aspects of the operation.

Essential Skills

• Experience supervising or leading within a manufacturing or distribution environment, including hands-on support of shop floor activities.
• Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing processes and value stream concepts.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to analyze data and use metrics for data-driven decision-making and performance improvement.
• Proven capability to train, coach, and develop production employees.
• Strong communication skills to effectively partner with cross-functional teams such as Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and HR.
• High level of ownership and accountability for production performance, safety, and quality.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs and priorities.
• 4-year degree in Engineering.
• Co-op or internship experience in manufacturing operations or a distribution environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with process improvement concepts and the ability to adapt to new processes.
• Exposure to CNC machining or machine shop operations.
• Experience in metal stamping environments.
• Familiarity with coating and finishing processes.
• Background in assembly manufacturing operations.
• Prior experience working in a lean manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to project management and supporting project execution.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for operational excellence.
• Entrepreneurial approach, treating the operation as their own business.
• Strong focus on safety and maintenance excellence.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with teams.
• Passion for developing people and improving operations.

Work Environment

The role is based in a hands-on manufacturing environment where the Production Supervisor spends most of their time on the shop floor, working at a desk located within the production area. The position requires frequent interaction and collaboration with Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and HR teams. The environment emphasizes safety, lean manufacturing practices, and continuous improvement, with a strong shop floor presence expected to support employees and monitor operations in real time.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Solon, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $38.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Solon, OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Solon,OH.

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