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The keys to success are yours at Joyson Safety Systems!  We are a global leader in design, development and manufacturing of safety-critical systems and components for automotive and non-automotive markets.  We are dedicated to delivering life-saving technology to customers worldwide. Joyson Safety Systems harnesses collaboration and innovation to ensure quality and exemplary service for our customers worldwide.  Our company is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA, with a global network of more than 30,000 employees in 22 countries.

Our team is passionate about the automotive industry, dedicated to delivering quality and innovation for the future. We support lifelong learning and offer resources that help our team members establish a strong, solid foundation. We aim to promote from within, providing excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Our talented team is hardworking and dedicated to keeping people safe. We foster a collaborative, open culture; as a global business, we encourage our team members to communicate and collaborate with colleagues worldwide. As our operations continue to grow, we are always seeking top talent to join our winning team.

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating the Manufacturing Engineering team to ensure stable, efficient, and compliant production processes for seatbelt assembly operations. This role drives continuous improvement, supports new product launches, ensures process capability, and guarantees adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards (IATF 16949).

Key Responsibilities

- Lead, coach, and develop a team of Manufacturing Engineers and Process Engineers.

- Ensure manufacturing processes (e.g., webbing cutting, tipper sewing, lacing, sleeve assembly, box stitch, and EOL testing) are optimized for efficiency, quality, and safety.

- Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, OEE improvement, waste reduction).

- Define and maintain standard work, process documentation, and engineering specifications.

- Ensure process capability (Cpk/Cmk) and compliance with customer requirements and internal standards.

- Support new product launches (APQP), including PFMEA, Control Plans, Run@Rate, and validation activities.

- Lead root cause analysis (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone) for production and quality issues.

- Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, Production, and Central Engineering teams to resolve technical issues.

- Oversee implementation and validation of equipment, tooling, fixtures, and automation systems.

- Ensure proper integration and functionality of traceability systems (e.g., barcode, scanners, SAP/MES).

- Monitor and improve key KPIs: OEE, efficiency, scrap, downtime, and throughput (UPH).

- Support audits (internal, customer, IATF) and ensure closure of findings.

- Manage engineering changes (ECN/ECR) and ensure proper implementation on the production floor.

- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and ergonomic standards.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or related field.

- 5+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering within the automotive industry.

- Minimum 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience.

- Strong knowledge of seatbelt manufacturing processes is highly preferred.

- Experience with IATF 16949, APQP, PFMEA, Control Plan, and MSA.

- Knowledge of PLCs, automation systems, and industrial equipment.

- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

- Advanced English (required).

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)

- Line Efficiency (%)

- Scrap / COPQ

- Downtime Reduction

- Throughput (UPH vs Target)

- Engineering Response Time

- Launch Readiness (APQP milestones)

- Audit Compliance Score

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and does not discriminate in any employment or employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran’s status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.

Joyson Safety Systems does not provide immigration related sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if you will need JSS immigration sponsorship (e.g. H-1B, TN, OPT, etc.) now or in the future. 

“Joyson Safety Systems manages its recruitment processes internally. We do not accept resumes or profiles submitted by external agencies or headhunters that do not have an approved service agreement through the Joyson Safety Systems Purchasing department.

Any resumes sent to any employee of our organization without an approved contract will be treated as public information and will be considered free of charge. We will not recognize any fees or assume any financial responsibility arising from the hiring of candidates whose profiles have been submitted to Joyson.”