Supervisor, Manufacturing Engineering

Job Title: Supervisor, Manufacturing Engineering

Location:

Pittsburgh, PA, US, 15238

Business Unit: E&PI

Posting Date: Jul 26, 2026

Job Description:

At AMETEK Process Instruments, we focus our experience on designing new, innovative analyzers that help our customers achieve higher levels of productivity and quality. We do this by seeking out ways to overcome the limitations of current methods of process monitoring, control, and quality assurance. It is through this focus that we have created some of the most reliable and accurate technologies in the world.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor leads manufacturing engineering activities while providing hands-on technical expertise. This role oversees a Senior Manufacturing Engineer and drives process optimization, continuous improvement, and quality compliance. The position is responsible for implementing new manufacturing processes, supporting production teams, and ensuring cost, quality, and delivery objectives are consistently achieved.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Order Execution: Support effective execution of sales orders where technical support is needed
• Resolve Immediate Issues: Lead short-term problem-solving efforts to quickly address and mitigate production challenges.
• Drive Root Cause Analysis: Implement medium- and long-term strategies to identify underlying issues and execute effective countermeasures.
• Optimize Processes: Design and develop fixtures and manufacturing processes in collaboration with Operations to improve productivity and increase yields.
• Manage Nonconforming Materials: Enhance processes for disposition and handling of supplier nonconforming materials to minimize impact on production.
• Lead Improvement Initiatives: Execute Operational Excellence (OPEX) projects to support business and corporate objectives.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

• BS in Engineering and experience of problem solving in a manufacturing environment required
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as good organization and people skills
• Skills commensurate with a technical degree, and facility with Microsoft Excel, or similar spreadsheet software is a must. Additionally, training and skills regarding Lean, Six-Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies are a plus.
• Reasoning Ability: Critical thinking, data-supported decisions.
• Ability to evaluate group and individual performance

ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE:

• Reports to the Director of Operations, Pittsburgh

SUPERVISION:

• This role is a supervisor role.

CONTACT WITH OTHERS:

• Operations, Procurement, Engineering, Aftermarket, Product Management
• Vendors and Customers

ASSIGNMENT AND REVIEW OF WORK:

• Assigned by the Director of Operations, Pittsburgh

MOST CHALLENGING PART OF THE JOB:

• The biggest challenge is managing technical support for multiple complex product lines in a high-mix, low-volume environment.

• Employee Development:

• Coaching and evaluating team members to build technical capability and leadership skills.

• Training production personnel to build their skillsets and capabilities that support the manufacturing processes.

• Balancing Tactical and Strategic Priorities: Managing immediate production issues while driving long-term process improvements.

• Resource Constraints: Allocating limited resources and equipment to meet aggressive production schedules.

• Change Management: Leading adoption of new processes, technologies, and continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic environment.

• Data-Driven Decision Making: Leveraging analytics to identify root causes and justify investments in process improvements.

Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 90,000

Salary Maximum: 125,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

For more information on AMETEKs competitive benefits, please click here.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.

Nearest Major Market: Pittsburgh