Job Title: Proto@type Supervisor
Location: Livonia, MI (On-site)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, typically 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Assignment Length: 3-6 months (temporary assignment)
Salary Target: $90,000 (annualized)
Position Summary
The Proto@type Supervisor is responsible for leading and supervising the daily activities of the Proto@type team in a fast-paced, pre-production manufacturing environment. This role oversees workflow, sets priorities, coordinates cross-functional activities, and provides hands-on leadership to ensure proto@type builds are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality expectations. The Supervisor serves as a key liaison between engineering, operations, finance, and customers while coaching and developing a team of 8-12 employees.
Key Responsibilities
Operations Oversight
Supervise and coordinate daily shop floor activities with clear priorities and minimal supervision required by the team
Provide consistent, effective communication to the shop floor, internal stakeholders, and external customers
Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Finance, Cost Modeling, and Operations to support proto@type programs
Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical and operational issues
Production & Delivery Management
Own proto@type build schedules from quote through completion
Ensure parts availability, labor planning, and resource allocation to support on-time delivery
Track and clearly communicate program status, risks, and progress updates
Manage multiple proto@type projects simultaneously in a high-pressure environment
Financial & Team Leadership
Manage proto@type projects to projected budgets and oversee operating costs
Support quote development in partnership with Cost Model and Finance teams
Lead, coach, and develop proto@type technicians for current performance and future growth
Conduct performance reviews, enforce company policies and safety standards, and encourage engagement with department goals
Navigate employee concerns and conflicts with professionalism, tact, and emotional maturity
Additional Responsibilities
Maintain compliance with safety requirements and PPE standards on the manufacturing floor
Travel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations when required
Perform other duties as assigned to support business needs
Education & Qualifications
Required / Preferred Experience
Bachelor's degree preferred OR 3-5 years of relevant leadership experience (degree may be waived)
Minimum of 2 years prior supervisory or leadership experience
Experience in an automotive pre-production or proto@type manufacturing environment
Familiarity with fluid system components preferred
Skills & Competencies
Strong verbal and written communication skills across all organizational levels
Ability to work cross-functionally and influence without authority
Emotional maturity and composure under pressure
Strong conflict management and problem-solving skills
Ability to analyze issues, apply technical judgment, and recommend effective solutions
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven
Work Environment & Conditions
Combination of professional office and manufacturing floor environment
Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) while on the manufacturing floor
On-site role based in Livonia
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