Manufacturing Leader (Twin Lake)

Manufacturing Supervisor Location:

Twin Lake, Michigan Employment Type:

Full-Time

Position Summary The

Manufacturing Supervisor

provides technical leadership supporting manufacturing operations within a high-volume casting environment. This role leads engineering initiatives focused on improving throughput, reducing inventory, lowering operating expenses, and driving continuous improvement across manufacturing processes and automation systems. This position combines technical expertise, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure consistent product quality aligned with customer specifications while advancing operational excellence.

Key Leadership Roles Primary Responsibilities Provide technical leadership to Manufacturing Engineering and Automation teams Lead and mentor manufacturing and automation engineers Establish engineering priorities aligned with production, quality, and business objectives Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, Production, and Supply Chain teams to resolve technical challenges Develop, implement, and optimize casting processes Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for process deviations or yield issues Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste and improve throughput Lead initiatives focused on cellular manufacturing and labor cost reduction Identify and implement advanced technologies including automation, additive manufacturing, and AI-driven process monitoring Evaluate equipment upgrades and automation opportunities to improve process control and efficiency Document technical work, prepare technical reports, and maintain engineering standards Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree Minimum

5 years of experience

in a manufacturing engineering role