Posted 23 days ago
Process Engineering Supervisor
@ Flex-N-Gate
Windsor, Ontario
Overview
Flex-N-Gate is hiring a Process Engineering Supervisor to oversee engineering and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes, including injection molding, and to directly manage process engineering technologists and technicians while serving on the Plant Leadership Team. The work covers process design, troubleshooting, documentation, Lean and Six Sigma projects and safety compliance, with 24/7 support on abnormal situations.
Responsibilities:
- Lead process engineering, design and troubleshooting of molding processes
- Maintain process documentation, work instructions and control plans
- Drive Lean, Six Sigma and continuous improvement projects
- Supervise and train process engineering technologists and technicians
- Monitor safety program adherence
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, chemical or manufacturing engineering, or related field
- Minimum five years as a process engineer in industrial manufacturing
- Minimum five years in molding operations
- Minimum three years leading or managing teams
- Strong analytical, communication and troubleshooting skills
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-14
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Management experience | 3+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering |
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Flex-N-Gate
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Full company description
Starting with aftermarket parts in 1956 and moving into O.E. in 1968, Flex-N-Gate produces the highest quality products and systems for the automotive industry. With our extensive plastics, metals and mechanical assemblies experience, we persistently strive for continuous improvement and on-time delivery of defect-free products. We provide our customers a comprehensive solution using our collective resources of product engineering, project management, testing, stamping, welding, molding, painting, plating, assembly and shipping.
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- Business categories
- Logistics
- Automotive
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Flex-N-Gate
- Specialties
- Product Engineering
- Project Management
- Testing
- Stamping
- Molding
- Painting
- Plating
- Assembly
- and Shipping
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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Starting with aftermarket parts in 1956 and moving into O.E. in 1968, Flex-N-Gate produces the highest quality products and systems for the automotive industry. With our extensive plastics, metals and mechanical assemblies experience, we persistently strive for continuous improvement and on-time delivery of defect-free products. We provide our customers a comprehensive solution using our collective resources of…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Automotive |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Urbana, Illinois |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | Product EngineeringProject ManagementTestingStampingMoldingPaintingPlatingAssemblyand Shipping |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 43 |
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Summary
The Process Engineering Supervisor assists in overseeing the engineering and continuous improvement of the manufacturing processes, including planning, designing, modifying, optimizing, troubleshooting and monitoring production processes. The Process Engineering Supervisor must possess the capabilities to support and drive the requirements into development and continuous improvement of products and processes. The duties will include developing an in-depth knowledge of our supply base; strengths and weaknesses of internal procedures and business processes; strength and weaknesses of equipment. The Process Engineering Supervisor directly manages Process Engineering Technologists/Technicians and serves as part of the Plant Leadership Team. This candidate is a strategic visionary with sound technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment and strong operational focus.
Core Competencies
- Customer Focus
- Time Management
- Creative & Innovation Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Accountability & Dependability
- Research & Analysis
- Decision Making & Judgement
- Ethics & Integrity
- Planning & Organization
- Mathematical Reasoning
- Enforcing Laws, Rules & Regulations
- Mediating & Negotiating
- Coaching & Mentoring
- Communication
- Energy and Stress
- Team Work
Job Duties
- Support the Process and Quality Department staff by providing ongoing training and development
- Lead engineering activities in the design, optimization and trouble-shooting of new processes and improvements in existing processes
- Lead the technical transfer of new products from research and development to high volume product commercialization
- Manage process documentation; responsible for maintaining up-to-date and accurate work instructions, process control plans and standard operating procedures
- Troubleshoot complex manufacturing process performance issues; provide technical guidance to team members
- Own Manufacturing and Quality processes under scope of responsibility by initiating, coordinating and enforcing project, operational and personnel policies and procedures
- Initiate, implement, and supervise Continuous Improvement efforts, Root Cause Analysis and, Lean and Six Sigma initiatives and lead projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operation expenses
- Continuously focus on production efficiency, identify causes of downtime and proactively identify opportunities for improvement in product quality and productivity while driving out cost
- Collect and report data related to daily/weekly/monthly operating performance to management.
- Provide support to the area team to manage abnormal situations/issues, troubleshooting, etc. on a 24/7 basis as needed
- Work jointly with engineers, operators, maintenance, and supervisors to develop and implement process improvements
- Maintain documentation compliance for the Process, Health and Safety, and Quality Department
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and benchmarking state-of-the-art practices
- Complete all other assigned duties, as needed
- Daily set-up control and mold change improvement/mold change time reduction, cycle time improvement, scrap reduction, new and current injection process and robot programs development and improvements.
- Processing and troubleshooting of molding machines based on material and part being produced.
- Develop and modify robot programs to handle parts without causing damage to the equipment or parts.
- Knowledge of TPO's/ABS/Nylons/PC's
- Responsible for monitoring adherence to the company safety program by all (Company Name) employees and subcontractors.
- Perform additional assignments per Manager’s direction.
- Lead and/or participate on teams with safety, technical, management, and other team members.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical or Manufacturing Engineering or related field experience preferred (5 years minimum)
- Minimum five (5) years’ experience as a Process Engineer in an industrial manufacturing environment involved with product trials, customer complaints and product testing.
- Minimum five (5) years’ experience in molding operations or equivalent combined education and experience.
- Minimum three (3) years of experience leading/supervising/managing high-performance teams in a similar environment
- Lean Six Sigma training/certification preferred
- Ten years safety related work experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
- Proficiency with database applications and administration systems, specifically Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work effectively alone and prioritize.
- Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail.
- Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives are prerequisites.
- Strong analytical ability
- Supervisory and interpersonal skills are required
- Troubleshooting ability is required
- Strong decision making and problem solving skills
- Demonstrated good internal customer service skills
- Proven good presentation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects.
- Detail oriented
- Good computer skills
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