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Engineering Manager

Job Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategy

· Lead, mentor, and develop a team of manufacturing/process engineers and technicians.

· Establish engineering priorities aligned with production schedules, quality goals, and business KPIs.

· Collaborate with plant leadership to develop long-term manufacturing strategies (capacity, automation, footprint).

Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement

· Analyze production data to identify root causes of downtime, defects, or bottlenecks.

· Implement standardized work, error-proofing (poka-yoke), and rapid changeover techniques.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Work with Production to resolve daily technical issues and improve throughput.

· Partner with Quality to address root causes of non-conformances and implement corrective actions.

· Strong cross-functional collaboration and customer communication skills.

Documentation & Standards

· Maintain accurate master document, plant layouts, work instructions, and equipment records.

· Establish engineering standards for material selection, tolerances, and vendor qualifications.

Job Requirements:

Education & Experience

· Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.

· At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with at least 3 years in a supervisory/management role.

· Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).

· Knowledge of ERP/MES systems for routing and BOM management.

Soft Skills

· Proven ability to lead technical root-cause analysis (8D, DMAIC).

· Strong communication – able to translate complex technical issues for shop floor and executive audiences.

· Decisive under pressure, with a bias for action in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

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