510 Martin Avenue, Santa Clara, CA
Employment Type: Full-time
Contract Type: US - Full Time
Job Family: Supply Chain & Warehousing
Experience Level (for career site): Experienced Professional
Compensation: USD 116,000 - USD 145,000 - yearly
Company Description
Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S.
Job Description
We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor to join our Rexel USA team in Santa Clara, CA!
Summary:
The Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor supports the engineering function responsible for coordinating between sales, operations, and suppliers during the initial design and launch of new and first-built products. This role oversees the creation and governance of bills of materials (BOMs), production documentation, and test strategies, ensuring design-for-manufacture, safety, quality, cost, and schedule objectives are met. The Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor is accountable for developing team capabilities, production tools, equipment and fixtures and achieving departmental KPIs tied to growth, productivity, and profitability.
What You'll Do:
Lead and develop manufacturing engineers and technicians: set priorities, allocate resources, conduct reviews, and create succession plans
Serve as primary engineering escalation point and build strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
Ensure drawings, specifications and customer requirements are met, via training, standardized processes, documentation, CAD files, and data governance
Oversee CAD generation/review, enclosure modifications, and enforcement of CAD and data standards
Drive new product/process development and scale-up: equipment selection, process qualification/validation, gate reviews, and release decisions
Lead continuous improvement in safety, quality, training, delivery, and cost using Lean/6s; measure and report outcomes
Support capital projects, facility layout, workflow optimization, and tooling strategies; prepare business cases and ROI analyses
Approve and maintain production schedules, costs, BOMs, routings, assembly/test plans, and shop-floor readiness for launches
Oversee design, development, and validation of test equipment; ensure coverage, pass/fail criteria, and compliance
Direct root-cause analysis for returns/nonconformances, implement CAPA, and track effectiveness
Review major programs for accuracy and margin health; act on operational reports (open orders/quotes, WIP, ECO/ECN) to remove bottlenecks
Define and monitor KPIs (launch OTD, first-pass yield, COQ, ECO cycle time, test coverage, labor efficiency) and implement corrective actions
Maintain compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality systems, support internal and external audits
Other duties as assigned
Job Duties Disclaimer:
The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.
Qualifications
What You'll Need
5+ years of industry experience
2+ years in a leadership or supervisory capacity within manufacturing engineering preferred
Valid Driver's License
Lean/6s certification, PMP or equivalent project management certification perferred
4 Year / Bachelor's Degree - Required
Graduate Degree - Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong leadership and people management skills; ability to coach, prioritize, and drive accountability in a fast-paced production environment
Expertise in proto@type setup, BOM validation, pilot builds, ECO/ECN management, and design optimization for manufacturability, cost, yield, and safety
Ability to define test requirements and coverage, set pass/fail criteria, and implement safe, repeatable test procedures; ensure clear operator work instructions with visuals, torque specs, QC checkpoints, and traceability
Proficiency in drawing markup and documentation control; ensure GD&T, materials, notes, and standards are correct and consistent; manage revisions through formal change control
Hands-on experience with Watlow D8 Controller configuration (inputs, PID loops, outputs, alarms, communications) trouble shooting and test procedure management
Experience with Rockwell Automation tools (Connected Components Workbench, RSLinx, RSNetWorx, etc.)
Knowledge of Steinhauer Enclosure Modification Center programming, setup, and troubleshooting
Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar CAD software; strong data governance and PDM/PLM practices
Demonstrated use of Lean/6s methodologies; familiarity with PFMEA/DFMEA, control plans, and process capability (Cp/Cpk)
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail; strong written and verbal communication; customer-centric mindset
Additional Information
Physical Demands:
Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Constantly - at least 51%
Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Frequently - 21% to 50%
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly - at least 51%
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet - Occasionally - up to 20%
Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment - Occasionally - up to 20%
Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly - at least 51%
Weight and Force Demands:
Up to 10 pounds - Occasionally - up to 20%
Working Environment:
Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold - Frequently - 21% to 50%
Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock - Occasionally - up to 20%
Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment - Occasionally - up to 20%
Travels to offsite locations - Occasionally - up to 20%
Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.
For the state of California only, the pay range is $116,000.00 to $145,000.00 , depending upon qualifications, experience, and other considerations permitted by law. Commission/bonus plan: Branch Pool Plan
Our Benefits Include:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
401K with Employer Match
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
Tuition Reimbursement
Health & Wellness Programs
Flexible Spending Accounts
HSA Accounts
Commuter Transit Benefits
Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
Employee Discount Programs
Professional Training & Development Programs
Career Advancement Opportunities - We like to promote from within
Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed as we understand that our success and innovation is enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workforce.
Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.
