What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Manager position at TGG?
My Client is looking for a Engineering Manager that specializes in GEAR MANUFACTURING.
YOU **MUST HAVE** GEAR MANUFACTURING EXPERIENCE
1. Technical Leadership
- Overseeing the design, development, and optimization of gears and transmission components.
- Ensuring compliance with ISO industry standards and customer specifications.
- Implementing advanced manufacturing techniques (e.g., CNC machining, heat treatment, grinding).
- Supporting R&D efforts to enhance gear performance, durability, and cost-effectiveness
2. People Management
- Conducting training on best practices, safety, and new technologies
- Leading and mentoring manufacturing and design engineers
- Managing team performance, hiring new talent, and fostering a problem-solving culture
3. Production & Process Management
- Overseeing production schedules, workflow optimization, and efficiency improvement
- Implementing lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologie
- Ensuring proper maintenance and calibration of manufacturing equipment
- Reducing waste and downtime through automation and continuous process enhancement
4. Quality Control & Compliance
- Implementing rigorous quality assurance processes (e.g., SPC, CMM inspections
- Investigating defects, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation
- Ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirement
- Working with suppliers to maintain material and component quality
5. Stakeholder Communication & Project Management
- Collaborating with sales, production, and procurement teams to align engineering goals with business need
- Managing project timelines, budgets, and customer expectation
- Communicating technical updates and progress reports to executives and client
- Coordinating with R&D and external vendors for new technology integration
Salary : $125,000 - $135,000
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