[Remote] Production Process Engineer Supervisor II
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Lear Corporation is a leading company in the manufacturing sector, known for its innovative technologies and commitment to teamwork. They are seeking a Production Process Engineer Supervisor II to lead a team of technicians in a polyurethane manufacturing operation, ensuring process stability, product quality, and efficient production operations.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support Process Technicians during daily manufacturing operations
- Spend the majority of the workday on the production floor monitoring processes, equipment, and technician performance
- Ensure production activities are performed safely, efficiently, and according to established procedures
- Provide coaching, guidance, and accountability to technicians
- Monitor polyurethane manufacturing processes to ensure product quality and process stability
- Review production data, process parameters, and operational performance throughout the shift
- Verify proper machine setup and adherence to established process controls
- Troubleshoot process-related issues and implement corrective actions when necessary
- Support efforts to improve throughput, reduce scrap, and increase operational efficiency
- Coordinate with Maintenance to support equipment repairs, preventive maintenance activities, and process-related troubleshooting
- Work with Tooling, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to support production objectives
- Assist with prototype, service, and special production activities as required
- Review previous shift performance and communicate operational priorities
- Participate in daily production reviews and performance discussions
- Maintain accurate departmental records, reports, and documentation
- Support production during off-hours when significant process-related issues require technical leadership and oversight
Skills
- Associate degree in a technical field OR equivalent combination of education, training, and manufacturing experience
- Minimum three years of polyurethane manufacturing and processing experience
- Demonstrated leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of process control and manufacturing operations
- Experience troubleshooting production and process-related issues
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Outlook, and Word
- Experience leading manufacturing technicians or production teams
- Experience with continuous improvement initiatives
- Knowledge of quality systems, root-cause analysis, and corrective action methodologies
- Basic tooling and production equipment knowledge
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