Supervisor, Product Development Engineering/Pilot Line Supervisor - Gas Filter/Diffuser
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Production Manager, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Job Title:
Supervisor, Product Development Engineering/ Pilot Line Supervisor - Gas Filter/Diffuser
The Pilot Line Supervisor will be tasked with fully managing a high-paced R&D pilot line that is developing prototype Gas Filters and Diffusers for specific and direct customer needs. The individual understands and operates at a high technical level, as well as in a buyer/planner role to procure materials and schedule builds. The position requires technical ability, teamwork, communication, problem‑solving skills, and the willingness to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
The position will have a small number of Pilot Line Technicians reporting into this role. The Pilot Line Supervisor works directly with engineering to make continuous improvements to various prototype products in the GMC Pilot line. In addition, the Pilot Line Supervisor will help track and report progress of prototype production, order and track delivery schedule of required subcomponents, and manage production schedule based on SAP generated forecast.
They will work directly with the engineering team to solve issues that may arise during production. They will work directly with procurement/supply chain to evaluate new vendors as needed to ensure adequate delivery and supply. The Pilot Line Supervisor also will have responsibility to assist in creation of top level BOM's and routings. They will also look for ways to improve the production process and flow, whether through tool layout, SOP updates, minor equipment maintenance and other floor related required tasks.
You'll Do
- Day-to-day oversight of a pilot production line responsible for products sold directly to customers
- Direct management of Engineering Techs which requires on-the-floor presence on manufacturing line.
- Aids engineering in continuous improvement and new product introduction including support of new product design, process development, equipment and process validations.
- Tracks, monitors, and communicates status of prototype/production builds in progress. Communicate expected delivery dates to customer service/product management. Reacts to changing customer needs.
- Troubleshoot and identify potential solutions for defects, safety issues or general operating inefficiencies within the production processes.
- Able to utilize computer systems to manage material inventory movement, process transactions and quality management processes.
- Able to create/edit/follow specifications, work orders, and SOP's in coordination with development engineers. Will also provide feedback, updates and assist in redlining same documents.
- Work directly with vendors to coordinate prototype builds, including vendor site visits if required.
- Excellent attention to detail, good organization, communication skills and capable of leading and directing other team members. Coordinate meetings as required.
- Able to work in team environment and cross functional teams to troubleshoot issues, identify and implement corrective actions.
- Safely follow standard operating procedures including but not limited to material handling, record keeping, process spec and ensuring all team members are adhering to proper PPE.
- Create and Update Standard Operating Procedures.
- Adhere and promote Entegris PACE Values.
- Maintain a clean work environment following all our 6S activities.
- Understand and promote Lean Manufacturing Concepts is a Plus.
- Performs other duties as required.
- 2-yr associate degree in technical field. Bachelor's degree would be a plus.
- 3+ years' experience in manufacturing setting. Experience in leadership role a plus.
- Cleanroom experience a plus.
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
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