MANUFACTURING ENGINEER SUPERVISOR - 3RD SHIFT

Manufacturing Engineer Supervisor

3rd Shift

Location : Hanover, PA

About SKF :

SKF has been making the world spin since 1907!

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer dedicated to a culture of belonging, where our people flourish in an equitable environment that promotes leadership development and career growth.

SKF bearings played an integral role in helping Mars Rover collect rock and regolith samples on the planet's surface.

As an SKF team member, you will join 40,000 colleagues from more than 130 countries developing bearing technology and services that make rotation more reliable and sustainable.

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF aims to have net zero greenhouse gas emissions at all our production facilities by 2030.

SKF products keep vehicles rolling, power the machines that put food on your table, and even reach into the cosmos as part of the Mars rover mission.

Founded in Sweden in 1907, today SKF is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stockholm with annual sales in 2020 of approximately $10 billion.

Job Summary :

The Aerospace Business Unit is responsible for Aerospace applications with a global responsibility for Sales, Manufacturing, Business development, Product and Process Development.

The Business Unit operates in a large number of countries and markets, all over the world and with a customer portfolio that includes all major players in the Aerospace industry.

Our business is fully customer focused, with products specifically designed for an engine / airframe application and then produced in small quantities and small lots on highly flexible equipment.

Extreme product range fragmentation, complex product design, very high-quality standards and traceability requirements are the peculiarity of our Business Unit.

Due to the nature of the business, each candidate must be a US Citizen. In Hanover, PA we produce Rings and Seals for the Aerospace and Industrial markets.

In this position you will be expected to :

• To manage, analyze, assist with engineering needs and facilitate production activities on 3rd shift.
• To lead 3rd shift production employees.
• Work with employees to constantly improve efficiencies.
• Independently analyzes product and equipment specifications and performance Day-to-day meeting of the production goals while maintaining both Quality and Safety standards.

Responsibilities :

• Coordinate with Operations Manager for resource analysis and capacity planning.
• Plan and assign work according to changing priorities.
• Motivate machine operators to accomplish production goals.
• Initiate SKF Production System to improve product flow.
• Train, mentor, and supervise the machine operators for continued improvement of skills and development of human capital.
• Perform defect root cause analysis and mitigation.
• Perform product margin analyses.
• Independently analyze product and equipment specifications and performance requirements.
• Determine product characteristics which can be produced by existing manufacturing or processing equipment and methods.
• Provide technical information concerning manufacturing or processing techniques, materials, properties, and process advantages and limitations which affect long range plant and product engineering planning.
• Maintain an above average knowledge of the in-house manufacturing process in order to provide the goal of reducing total costs.
• Knowledgeable of machine controls and able to make offset adjustments.
• Participate in capital equipment selection decisions and justification.
• Perform departmental administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, programming, or related field preferred.
• Associate's degree in engineering, programming, or related field required.
• Minimum of 3-years supervisory experience in manufacturing setting.
• Proficient computer skills, comfortable working with Windows Microsoft applications.
• Experience in managing and inspiring direct reports.
• Union experience preferred.
• CNC controls and programming experience required.
• Ability to train on 1st shift.
• Home shift for position after training will be 3rd shift (11P-7A, with a Sunday night start up).
• Some Saturday work will be required due to business needs.
• Shift flexibility to assist department for coverage due to paid time off.

Skills, Knowledge & Other Requirements :

• Experience in manufacturing very tight tolerance parts with thin cross-sections.
• Knowledgeable of machine controls and able to make offset adjustments.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and high confidence in providing recommendations.
• Must have an inquisitive nature to understand how factory processes impact results to effect change.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of employees.
• Ability to deliver effective feedback, both written and verbal.
• Experience working with exotic materials.
• Experience in implementing and applying Lean manufacturing techniques in an Aerospace manufacturing setting.
• Formal Lean training a plus.
• Experience in prioritizing and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Able to meet production goals within time and budgetary constraints.
• Experience in developing human capital through selection, teaching, training & mentoring.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to clearly communicate at all levels within the organization, both written & verbally.
• Honesty and strong work ethic.
• Flexible, problem-solving, positive mind-set.
• A passion for the work.
• Permitted to work in U.S.

What You'll Love About SKF :

Rest and Relaxation . Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.

Work / Life Integration . SKF supports work / life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health.

Flexible work options available, depending on role.

Diversity in the Workplace. ? SKF strives to embed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish;

leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement, and innovation.

Best in Class Benefits . SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment.

Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!

Invest in your Future . Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution : 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.

Reports to : Operations and Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Location : Hanover, PA

Job ID : 19659

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