Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Summary: The Manufacturing Engineering Manager is responsible for the development, qualification, continuous improvement, and documentation of manufacturing processes and methods. The Manufacturing Engineering Manager advises company leadership on actions necessary to proactively support manufacturing operations to improve Safety, Quality, and Productivity. The Manufacturing Engineering Manager serves as the Champion of Continuous Improvement programs in all company environments; manufacturing, office, and field services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Champion a culture of continuous improvement across the organization, engaging all levels to drive waste elimination through Lean methodologies (e.g., 5S, Daily Management, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Total Productive Maintenance, Poka-Yoke).
• Drive KPI Optimization: Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) related to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Cost by planning, executing, and supporting CI projects that align with organizational goals.
• Develop and Improve Processes: Analyze and enhance manufacturing process flows, focusing on safety, quality, cost reduction, and throughput improvement. Ensure sustainability of CI efforts by creating updated standard work, implementing visual management, and performing regular audits.
• Process Control and Standardization: Implement process control techniques and procedures to stabilize operations and ensure consistent results.
• Project Management: Plan, manage, and execute CapEx projects, ensuring adherence to budgets, timelines, and quality standards. Lead cross-functional teams in prioritizing and implementing improvement initiatives.
• Technology and Innovation: Introduce and integrate new technologies and manufacturing methods by staying informed about industry trends and innovations. Ensure alignment with organizational scalability and flexibility goals.
• Problem-Solving and Root Cause Analysis: Investigate and resolve technical problems using root cause analysis tools (e.g., 8D, Fishbone, FMEA). Establish preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to enhance operational reliability and minimize downtime.
• Metrics and Reporting: Develop and maintain metrics-based dashboards to track the performance of manufacturing processes and CI initiatives. Provide regular reports to leadership on the status of projects, highlighting successes, challenges, and future opportunities.
• Mentoring and Training: Mentor and train team members in Lean methodologies, problem-solving techniques, and waste elimination strategies to ensure CI principles are embedded across the organization.
• Compliance and Standards: Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards across all engineering and manufacturing processes.
• Collaboration and Leadership: Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to validate and optimize manufacturing processes. Lead CI-focused workshops and events, such as Kaizen events, to drive change.
• Travel Availability: Maintain availability for domestic and international travel as required for project execution and collaboration.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 7 or more years of relevant experience in a Manufacturing environment

• Proficiency in Windows, Excel, Word, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, and familiarity with ERP systems for production planning and inventory management

• Knowledge and experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt or higher preferred).

• Ability to grasp modern technology quickly.

• Knowledge of ISO Quality systems and requirements.

• Experience in assembly and fabrication processes.

• Hands-on diagnostic skills in mechanical and electrical applications.

• Self-motivated/Self-driven, enthusiastic, cooperative, and positive behavior.

• Good communication skills with the ability to mentor individuals.

• Critical thinking skills.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work in the United States

  
  

Language Skills:

• Ability to read and understand English instructions

Mathematical Skills:

• Descriptive Statistics

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, use hands to finger, reach with hands and arms; stoop, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to an office environment as well as a manufacturing environment. The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Salary Range: $120k - $130k