Manufacturing Engineer Supervisor, Watertown

Job Description

Position Title:

Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor

Business Unit:
Terex Utilities

Location:

Watertown, SD

Terex is a global manufacturer of lifting and material processing products and services that deliver lifecycle solutions to maximize customer return on investment. Terex delivers lifecycle solutions to a broad range of industries, including construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, shipping, transportation, refining, energy, utility, quarrying and mining. Terex reports in three business segments:
Aerial Work Platforms;
Cranes; and Materials Processing. Terex offers financial products and services to assist in the acquisition of Terex equipment through Terex Financial Services.

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This position will lead a technical team in developing and applying reliable manufacturing engineering methods, theories and research techniques in the investigation and solution of manufacturing technical problems.

This team member will be able to design and implement new manufacturing methodologies for material handling, machining, welding, paint and installation of products.

They will also be required to maintain detailed documentation and effectively communicate with the operations, design and technical support teams. Considerations for safety, quality and delivery are required in all manufacturing engineering decisions.

The team member should be able to perform within the principles of Lean Manufacturing, Just-in-Time and Total Quality Management systems/processes.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a distributed team of Manufacturing Engineers.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes across welding, machining, hydraulics, electrical integration, and unit installation.
• Drive manufacturing process planning, including capital investments, product design considerations, plant layout, and quality improvements.
• Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFMA) and partner with design teams for New Product Processes.
• Improve product quality and reduce costs through analysis of production methods, processes, and optimum utilization of personnel.
• Responsible for project planning, often acting as a liaison between design engineering, operations, and the technical team.
• Lead Lean and Kaizen initiatives to reduce waste and improve safety and productivity.
• Requires little or no supervision.

• Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, or related Engineering field.
• 5+ years’ experience as a Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineer.
• Prior leadership, supervisory or management experience.
• Project management experience.
• Demonstrated success implementing lean principles, tools and methods.
• Toyota Production System knowledge and applicable experience (Preferred).
• Travel as necessary - potential 15%.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects at one time.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Supports company initiatives as required.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc.

• We offer competitive salaries, health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx), life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), short-term and long-term disability, extended leave options, paid time off, company holidays, 401k matching, employee stock purchase plan, legal assistance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement and discount programs.
• The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.

We are a global company, and our culture is defined by our Values — Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage,…