ME Supervisor - Machining and Fabrication

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Primary Location: United States (US) - Louisiana - Thibodaux
Function: Factory Engineering (CA)
Title: ME Supervisor - Machining and Fabrication - 119690
Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As a MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING SUPERVISOR for John Deere Thibodaux , located in Thibodaux , Louisiana , you will plan, coordinate, and execute manufacturing and factory engineering work supporting machining and fabrication operations. This role integrates technical depth from individual contributor engineering roles with cross-functional leadership and coordination expectations. The supervisor supports safe, high-quality, and efficient manufacturing processes while contributing to continuous improvement, layout development, tooling implementation, and standards development
Collaborate closely with Factory Engineering, Manufacturing, Tool Design, Maintenance, and Operations teams to align safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
Contribute to the analysis of information and the specification of the methods and process steps, as well as the plant, machinery, and equipment, required to design and continuously improve manufacturing or materials processes and process systems to deliver the end product within specified cost and quality parameters.
Delivery of required outcomes by coordinating activities of subcontractors and suppliers and acting as a primary point of contact for them while working within an established contract management plan.
Contribute to the design, validation, and implementation of tooling, fixtures, gauges, and production equipment to support new or revised products.
Support factory layout development and material flow optimization to improve efficiency and ergonomics.
Assist in drafting, evaluating, and improving engineering standards, specifications, and work instructions.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and apply lean manufacturing and change management principles.
Coordinate activities of contractors, tooling suppliers, and external vendors within established project and contract management plans.
Execute assigned project tasks with accountability, managing scope, schedule, and quality within established guidelines.
Support inspections and evaluations of engineering installations and recommend corrective actions as needed.
Communicate project status, risks, and action plans effectively to stakeholders.

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need
Strong understanding of machining, sheet metal fabrication, tooling, and manufacturing engineering principles.
Proficiency in CAD tools such as AutoCAD and Creo.
Fundamental understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), with the ability to apply principles and provide guidance and feedback.
Ability to analyze manufacturing data and translate requirements into effective engineering solutions.
Working knowledge of project management fundamentals and cross-functional collaboration.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft tools including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.
Attention to detail with ability to create and maintain technical documentation.


What Makes You Standout

Other areas of experience or interest that will help us place you on the right team include:
Experience supporting tooling design, build, and implementation in a manufacturing environment.
Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), with the ability to apply concepts and offer guidance and feedback to support sound engineering decisions.
Familiarity with factory layout development and material flow optimization.
Experience applying lean manufacturing tools and continuous improvement initiatives.
Exposure to digital twin, simulation, or advanced manufacturing technologies.
Experience coordinating suppliers or contractors on engineering projects.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Highly competitive base pay
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition assistance
• Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
• Charitable contribution match
• Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
• Vacation and Holiday Pay

$77,628.00 - $116,436.00 + Benefits

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Must be 18 years of age or older to apply

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

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