New Product Design Engineering Supervisor

SUMMARY

Amphenol CIT’s Kent facility is a center for new product development, focused on product engineering, prototype design, and development for the aerospace and defense industries. The NPD Engineering Facility Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily facility operations, including warehouse activities, inventory management, safety, facility maintenance, and staff supervision. This role also partners with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain to support product development activities and ensure projects are completed on schedule. This position contributes to innovation and the successful development of new products while supporting efficient and safe facility operations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Oversee daily site operations to ensure a safe, productive, and professional work environment. Serve as the primary point of contact for site-related operational issues and emergencies.
• Work closely with other Amphenol facilities to support the on-time delivery of prototypes, development builds, and production transition activities.
• Maintain visibility of all engineering, R&D, and development projects entering and leaving the facility.
• Coordinate activities between Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and external facilities to ensure successful project execution. Monitor project status, priorities, schedules, and resource allocation to ensure commitments are achieved.
• Facilitate communication between engineering teams, customers, suppliers, other ACIT facilities, and other internal stakeholders.
• Ensure facility resources, workspaces, and support systems are available for project and operational objectives. Longer-term, support the identification of resource, equipment, and staffing needs to support future growth and project demands.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate warehouse, production, and engineering staff; schedule shifts, assign workloads and priorities, and provide coaching and performance management.
• Maintain facility readiness, including building systems, equipment (preventative and corrective maintenance), infrastructure, security, and general upkeep.
• Monitor site safety programs, conduct routine inspections, and ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety requirements.
• Manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers supporting facility operations.
• Lead facility tours for customers, auditors, suppliers, corporate visitors, and other stakeholders.
• Support new product introduction (NPI), process development, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Other duties as required in support of the department and the company

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervisory responsibilities involve overseeing and managing a team or individual to ensure adequate performance and job satisfaction and contribute to individuals’ career goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

To succeed in this job, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential job function. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering/sciences or 5+ years of experience in technical engineering role.
• 3 to 5+ years of warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or site supervision experience.
• Background in aerospace, defense, or cable assembly industries favored.
• Experience in wire and cable manufacturing, electrical products, industrial manufacturing, or a related industry preferred.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Conversational in any other language is a plus.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Basic arithmetic: add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Statistics: Interpret and analyze numerical data using statistical methods.
• Basic algebra: The ability to manipulate symbols and equations to find unknown values, express relationships, and model situations.
• Basic Geometry: The ability to understand and work with shapes, angles, lines, and planes.

JOB SKILLS

• Ability to stand for long periods, bend, and lift/maneuver heavy materials and equipment weighing up to 50–100 lbs.
• Ability to operate warehouse machinery including forklifts, pallet jacks, wire cutters, and re-spoolers; proficiency in WMS/ERP software or SAP.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and execute engineering, operational, and facility-related projects.
• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations, workplace safety standards, and risk management principles.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical requirements outlined below indicate those necessary to fulfill this position's core responsibilities. While performing job duties, the employee will regularly engage in activities such as using hands to finger, handle, or feel and communicating verbally. Additionally, the employee will frequently need to reach with hands and arms while standing and walking as part of the role. Occasional lifting and movement of objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds and using a ladder may be required. This position also demands specific vision capabilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodation will be provided according to ADA regulations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job's essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The Kent NPD facility contains both office and manufacturing space. Depending on the type of product, process, and plant, the work environment may vary in terms of noise, temperature, safety, and demand. Common characteristics include the use of machinery and exposure to hazards such as chemicals, heat, dust, or noise, with a culture of teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement. Amphenol CIT is fully committed to minimizing the environmental impact of its operations, activities, and products by adhering to all applicable environmental regulations and laws, preventing pollution, and continuously improving environmental performance through its Environmental Management System. We aim to identify and reduce any negative environmental impact our business activities may have.

PAY TRANSPARENCY:

The salary range for this position is $110,000–$140,000 annually . The salary information shown is a general guideline only. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and work location.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY

Amphenol CIT is fully committed to minimizing the environmental impact of its operations, activities, and products. To achieve this, we adhere to all applicable environmental regulations and laws, prevent pollution, and continuously improve our environmental performance in all our global operations. This is possible through an Environmental Management System that provides a framework for setting and reviewing our environmental objectives and targets. We aim to identify and reduce any negative environmental impact our business activities may have.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

• ASTM F–2412–2005, ANSI Z41–1999, or ANSI Z41–1991 rated safety toe shoes in specific areas.
• Clear ANSI Z87.1 safety-rated glasses in specific areas.
• Hearing protection in specific locations.
• Ability to compile with JSA in specific areas.

EXPORT COMPLIANCE DISCLAIMER

This position includes access or potential access to ITAR and EAR (Export Administration Regulations) technical data. Therefore, candidates must qualify as US Persons, defined as US Citizens or Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders).

TRAVEL

Approximately 10% of travel is expected.