Job Description
Samtec is seeking a Technical Manufacturing Supervisor to join a structured rotational leadership development program designed to develop future department and plant leaders. This role rotates through key manufacturing and operations functions over multi year assignments (typically 18–24 months per rotation), with the goal of assuming full departmental leadership.
Responsibilities vary by rotation but include leading production teams in a fast paced, high mix/low volume electronics manufacturing environment; owning performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost metrics; and tackling hands on technical and process challenges. Leaders are expected to practice servant leadership, build strong teams, and drive continuous improvement using lean manufacturing principles. The role provides early people leadership responsibility (often within the first week), exposure to global operations, and participation in cost, quality, and process optimization initiatives. Domestic and/or international relocation is expected within 18 months to 2 years as part of program progression.
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Required Skills & Experience
-Operational leadership experience within manufacturing, operations, or engineering environments
-2+ years of supervisory or people management experience
-Strong understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
-Proven ability to analyze and manage manufacturing KPIs
-Proficiency with MS Office and data analytics tools
-Willingness to relocate domestically/internationally during the program
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
-Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Operations (manufacturing-focused)
-Experience in connector or electronics manufacturing industries
-Experience working in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing settings
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.