TE Connectivity
Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor (F/M/D)
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Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor – Primary Areas
At TE Connectivity, you’ll drive innovation and collaboration across diverse teams to build a safer, more sustainable, and connected future.
Why You Should Join
We’re seeking a motivated, hands-on Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor to lead a sub-team of engineers in Machining, Plating, and Moulding at our Hastings site.
As a supervisor, you’ll:
- Manage day-to-day priorities and workloads, ensuring your team delivers results.
- Act as a key deputy to the Manager, providing leadership when needed.
- Foster partnership and trust within the team and across departments.
Key Responsibilities
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Team & Process Leadership
- Oversee a team of Manufacturing & Prove Out Engineers supporting Machining, Plating, 2nd Operations, Welding, and Moulding.
- Drive cost-effective improvements in set times and efficiency in FY24, aligning with product demands.
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Technical & Operational Management
- Deliver continuous improvement in Cost of Poor Quality (CoPQ) and workflow efficiency.
- Define, document, and train on best practices, covering both existing production and New Product Introductions (NPI).
- Ensure timely, high-quality production by attending/driving daily meetings and resolving technical challenges.
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Technical Process Management
- Document tooling, work holding, and gauging requirements for seamless production onboarding.
- Maintain accuracy in SAP, ensuring routers, work centres, and costed batch sizes are upheld.
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and Government policies.
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Team & Workforce Development
- Mentor operations to effectively shape new team members, designing and monitoring training plans.
- Lead performance management, balancing both individual and group development.
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Strategic Execution
- Represent the team by deputising for the Manufacturing Engineering Manager as required.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Education & Experience
- Technical Degree/HNC in Mechanical or Production Engineering, or equivalent professional experience (5+ years).
- Industry experience in CNC Machining, Plating, Welding, or Moulding.
- Strong supervisory or team-leader experience.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency using Microsoft software.
- Comprehensive experience with SAPoperations.
- Experience with quality control tools such as flow diagrams, PFMEA’s, control plans, and quality inspection plans.
Problem-Solving & Leadership
- Ability to analyze and implement technical process improvements, utilizing 5 Why’s, fishbone diagrams, and 8D reports.
- Competency in advanced techniques:
- Continuous improvement (Flow & Material Replenishment, Cell Design, SMED, 5S+1, Mistake Proofing).
- Proven ability to mentor both formal and unofficial team leadership.
Job Requirements
- Passionate work ethic for delivering results in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to take independent initiative and drive creative solutions.
- Unmatched persistence to achieve targets and escalate results.
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Our Values
We steadfastly value:
- Integrity
- Accountability
- Inclusion
- Innovation
- Teamwork
Operating within a Global Leader
TE Connectivity plc (NYSE:TEL) is a globally-recognized leader in industrial technology innovation, driving the cambiations needed for smarter, more connected solutions across multiple industries: transportation, energy, factories, medical tech, and more. With 85,000+ employees (including 9,000 engineers) operating collaboratively across 130+ countries, we believe ”Every Connection Counts.”
Benefits & Wellbeing
Our competitive benefits package reflects our dedication to you, adaptable to meet your evolving commitments:
- Competitive Salary Package
- Performance-based Bonuses
- Health & Wellness Incentives
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Charity & Community Outreach Initiatives
- Employee Resource Group Networking
Important Notice Regarding Recruitment Fraud
TE Connectivity will never request payment or fees from job applicants. All legitimate openings are posted exclusively at te.com/careers. All legitimate emails from our recruitment team are sent only from @te.com addresses.
If approached outside this framework, please do not share personal information and report any suspicious activity to local authorities.
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