Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor - Iron Mountain, MI
Job Description
Position Overview
Our Systems Control location in Iron Mountain, MI is looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor who will manage a diverse team of talented professionals supporting the engineering and production of our manufactured products.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide daily leadership to ensure all safety, quality, delivery, and cost reduction initiatives are executed and goals met.
- Lead and prioritize manufacturing improvements including fixtures, tools, machine utilization, and layout redesign.
- Promote and lead by example in “My Ideas”, coaching, problem solving, Lean and other continuous improvement initiatives to eliminate waste and reduce costs.
- Drive the team towards strategic goals related to Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Cap Ex.
- Research and justify new capital equipment to support manufacturing operations.
- Lead and participate in Continuous Improvement (Kaizen) activities.
- Teach and guide problem-solving efforts using A3 thinking.
- Identify, implement, and execute cost reduction strategies.
- Develop direct reports, onboard new team members, and provide regular coaching to build an engaged workforce.
- Collaborate with production, design, and project management leaders to ensure project and priority alignment.
Required Qualifications
- B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience in engineering or operations management within a similar industry.
- Highly motivated with excellent leadership skills and the ability to drive initiatives and produce results.
- Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Proven project management skills along with a strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Experience in capital equipment analysis and justification.
- Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook and familiarity with Creo (preferred).
- Demonstrated leadership ability to execute change effectively.
Competencies
- Coaching and Developing Others
- Communicating and Influencing
- Continuous Improvement
- Customer Focus
- Developing Trust and Inspiring Others
- Emotional Intelligence
- Enabling Execution
- Initiative and Drive
- Planning, Organizing, and Decision Making
- Positive Approach and Stress Tolerance
- Resolving Conflict
Company Overview
Hubbell Incorporated creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people, and the planet. Strategically aligned around grid modernization and electrification, Hubbell is a leading global manufacturer of high-quality electrical and utility solutions that enable customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.
Operating in two segments – Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) – our solutions span Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom, and Transportation. We are committed to sustainable and ethical operations, and we foster an inclusive and supportive culture for career growth.
Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries, and affiliates are EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class.