Engineering Project Manager

Lohmann is a global leader in innovative engineered adhesive tape technology since 1851. Lohmann Americas operates state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Kentucky and Virginia as part of the global network headquartered in Germany. When it comes to bonding one surface to another, Lohmann delivers high-performance adhesive products for a variety of medical, flexographic printing, appliance, transportation, and industrial applications. The family-owned business offers an environment of teamwork, respect, and innovative products.

Lohmann Americas Offers:

• Competitive wages offered based on experience
• Paid Weekly
• Bonus (MBO) Eligible
• Medical Insurance – Employee and family
• Dental Insurance – Employee and family
• Vision Insurance – Employee and family
• Prescription Insurance – Employee and family
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Value Added Benefits – travel assistance, identity theft protection, health champion, etc.
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – with generous company match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

The Engineering Project Manager’s primary functions are to support the implementation of new products/processes and continuous improvement of production operations through Six Sigma and Lean methodologies. The Engineering Project Manager will work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, and Sales Representatives to improve the efficiency of production operations.

Reports To: Director of Engineering

Direct Reports: N/A

Position Type and Expected Hours:

· Exempt Position

· Full Time Position

· 1st Shift: typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with an hour lunch.

· At times your hours and shift may stagger, overlap and/or extend beyond your normal schedule with some weekend travel needed for trade show conferences, company meetings and/or customer visits.

Location: Orange, Virginia

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties to be performed by the Engineering Project Manager in fulfilling the responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following

• This position considers the technical design requirements of products, processing and equipment, to enable Customer Service, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Sales Representatives to meet customer needs. This includes estimating the cost impacts of changes and implementing new products into production.
• This position considers equipment capabilities to meet the customer design requirements and develop a process concept.
• This position is one of several employees who may be responsible to update the Device Master Records, Safety Data Sheets, Technical Data Sheets, etc. when changes are requested
• This position will provide back up to maintain and update DEQ requirements as needed.
• The Engineering Project Manager maintains proper Hazardous Waste activities as needed.
• Review RFQ requirements with RFQ team to determine job feasibility/profitability and propose alternative solutions to the sales team, if applicable
• Prepare costing for Quotes
• Research, recommend, source and specify production equipment, tooling, gauging as needed
• Identify inefficient activities and propose improvements using 5-S, Kaizen, Sig Sigma, Lean Manufacturing and related process improvement tools
• Utilize APQP and Six Sigma methodologies to lead projects for Design & Development (D&D) process for New Product Development (NPD) and Product Modification (PM). This tools include but are not limited to Process Maps, FMEAs, Control Plans, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), SPC, etc.
• Lead creation and preparation of engineering CAD drawings and or specifications for product, tooling, gauging, and equipment as necessary
• Recommend, develop and maintain various inspection methods including standard measurement equipment, custom gauges, and automated vision systems
• Convert bid package into released production packages. This may include the following:
• Review PO against quote for discrepancies with the quote
• Prepare Tool and Product drawings for purchasing and production
• Prepare Work Instructions for production
• Prepare Material BOM for purchasing
• Prepare process setup drawings for production
• Prepare customer approval drawings for purchasing
• Supervise initial production runs
• Perform other duties as assigned
• The Engineering Project Manager makes clear concise communications maintaining confidentiality as necessary when dealing with relevant parties including:
• Contacting raw material suppliers for quotes
• Outside subcontractors for value added services
• Customer visits and meetings
• Timely correspondence with internal team members, sales, manufacturing and customer service
• Lohmann MRP System activities
• Cost analysis as required for process auditing, optimization and waste tracking
• Creating Bill of Materials (BOMs) as needed for new products
• Creation of Routing of new BOMs dependent upon manufacturing processes
• Analysis of system reports such as waste tracking or yield analysis
• Assist in maintenance and Update DEQ reporting requirements as needed
• Daily, Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, Annual and Biennial reporting requirements
• Assist in hazardous Waste Activities
• Notifying Operations Manager of any violations of Hazardous Waste
• Inspection of facility for proper management practices
• Inspection of production and storage area for material and waste
• Ensure Logistics obtains SDS for all material inbound into facility and transmit these to site Safety Manager for reasons of permitting and record keeping
• Assisting Environmental Supervisor as required
• Other Duties as deemed by the Company

Minimum Requirements:

· Ability to speak, read and write English. Spanish is helpful but not required.

· Excellent communication skills, verbal and written (at C-suite/exec level or plant worker level).

• Advanced computer Skills MS Office, Excel required. Proficiency with Computer Aided Design including both 2D, 3D, ability to code basic programs desired
• Understanding of GD&T practices and ability to draw, modify and interpret drawings and customer specifications
• Strong Problem Solving Skills utilizing Six Sigma and Lean methodologies
• Excellent Planning, Organizational, and Communication Skills

· Strong customer service and interface skills (internally and externally)

· Results-driven and detail-oriented

· Innovative mindset with the ability to drive transformation.

· Collaborative and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.

· Must hold a valid driver’s license and passport.

· Demonstrated support of company goals, values, and mission statement.

Required Education, Experience, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, etc.:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial) or similar required
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certificating required or ability to complete in first 12 months of employment
• 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience desired

Travel: Travel expectation is up to 20%

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• What type of degree in Engineering do you have? Mechanical, Industrial, etc?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• manufacturing: 5 years (Required)
• CAD: 2 years (Preferred)
• quote: 1 year (Preferred)
• MRP or Bill of Material (BOM): 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Orange, VA 22960 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $75,000 - $95,000