What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Manager position at Trelleborg Brand?
Summary
The Engineering Manager will oversee the development and implementation of manufacturing processes to maintain proper product functionality as well as cost efficiency; ensures the manufacturing and process engineering teams and cross-functional departments work together cohesively; and is responsible for the development of equipment to aid in the manufacturing process; leads and directs the work of assigned manufacturing engineers and process engineers.
Tasks & Responsibilities
- Assesses engineering risks to manufacturing, providing suggestions and solutions to both internal and external customers as needed
- Supervises the engineering department and respective team members
- Monitors plant capacity and implements solutions with leadership team buy-in
- Analyzes and designs lean manufacturing cells using effective systems and simulation tools to optimize use of space, equipment, material and personnel
- Assists in developing plant layout in planning rearrangement of facilities, equipment and operations for better utilization of space
- Works closely with new product development, quality and maintenance personnel to prevent problems with products and tooling/fixtures/automation
- Ensures all manufacturing safety regulatory policies and procedures are implemented and maintained at all times
- Stays informed concerning new manufacturing technologies and equipment in order to manufacture and reduce cost through efficiencies
- Supports all current and new product introductions
- Determines and eliminates root causes and diminishes occurrences in the manufacturing process
- Mentors and coaches new Engineers and other employees as needed
- Maintains department related documentation (training, work instructions)
- Leads implementation and ownership of new capacity or improvement related projects
- Able to assist in reducing cost through re-engineering product/material/process
Education & Experience
Required:
- 4 year degree in Engineering
- Previous supervisory experience
- 7 years of progressive experience in Manufacturing Engineering
- Understanding of ISO9001 or ISO 13485 standards
Desired:
- Experience in tool design/modifications
- Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Training
- Experience with clean room manufacturing, medical manufacturing, and/or injection molding
Competencies
- Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language
- Ability to communicate clearly by conveying and receiving ideas, information and direction effectively
- Ability to demonstrate adequate job knowledge to deliver a world class performance
- Ability to challenge oneself to consistently meet all goals and deadlines
- Willingness to strive for excellence by producing work that is free of errors and mistakes
- Desire to delight both customers and coworkers by offering encouragement, fostering teamwork and addressing conflict appropriately
- Commitment to making improvements company wide
- Demonstrated competence using Microsoft Office
- Commitment to be present for all assigned shifts
- Problem Solving/Analysis
- Technical Capacity
- Project Management
- Organizational Skills
