Engineering Manager

The engineering manager plans, organizes and directs engineering to meet company objectives and customer requirements for product design, quoting and production implementation. Additional responsibilities include overseeing or managing project planning, tooling/equipment acquisitions, procedure documents and continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

• Work directly with sales personnel and Director of Operations to review and quote new products.
• Performs or delegates tasks associated with review and quoting of new products or revisions to existing product. This includes determining product cost, lead times, routing, finishing and packaging. Working both internally and with external suppliers to determine tooling requirements and cost.
• Captures information associated with quote requests in a cost worksheet. Directs management of files associated with quote requests and transfer of information to production for new product release. This includes initial setup of new parts in the ERP system and OEE software.
• Selects, develops and manages engineering team who’s responsibilities include product design, evaluations of manufacturability, tool design, CNC programming and engineering file management.
• Manages and supports tooling department. · Assists operations personnel with identifying opportunities for improvement and implementation of improvement initiatives associated with equipment and processes.
• Coordinates project planning for new product release with operations team.
• Assists operations group and facilities management with implementation of PM program for facility assets.
• Determines, develops and implements policies, procedures and programs related to all engineering functions.
• Directs appropriate support for manufacturing and quality functions within the organization.
• Oversees NSF certification of products.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports

• Directly or through subordinate managers is responsible for engineering and programming employees. With appropriate experience, manages the tooling department. Carries out those responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring and training; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving issues.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in Engineering from four-year college or university plus four years directly related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Relevant sheet metal fabrication, stamping, and tooling/machining experience, combined with familiarity with metal fabrication and quality assurance standards and practices. (ISO, NSF, ASTM, etc.)
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  Excellent situational leadership skills, including supporting excellence through personal actions, behavior, high standards and quality in all endeavors. Professional demeanor and presence, firm but fair and willing/able to exercise praise and disciplinary actions when appropriate or necessary, clear and concise communicator with active listening skills. Must have a strong work ethic and be willing to commit extra time and effort required to achieve success. Well organized, able to prioritize, maintain focus and follow-through. Excellent analytical and delegation skills and a thorough understanding of and commitment to participative decision-making and pro-active rather than reactive management methods.

• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively document processes and provide effective process training. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees, customer representatives and others as necessary.

• Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

• Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

• Computer Skills: Proficient in CAD 2D and 3D software. Literacy in MS Office Suite with advanced knowledge of Excel and Access, familiarity with internet browsers, familiarity with automated manufacturing system software.

   

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

• Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.

• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

• Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.

• Change Management - Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.

• Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.

• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.

• Managing People - Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.

• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. · Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Aligns work with strategic goals.

• Cost Consciousness - Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values.

• Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses.

• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

• Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.

• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

• Innovation - Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

Working Conditions

• 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 the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to hot, cold, and/or humid conditions; fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office, and moderate to loud while on the production floor.
• 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 the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.