Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Job Summary
The Manager, Manufacturing Engineering leads a team of engineers to oversee product development, process optimization, and production operations. This role focuses on driving continuous improvement, ensuring quality standards, and managing equipment lifecycle. The position requires strong leadership, lean manufacturing expertise, and close collaboration with cross-functional departments.
Responsibilities
- Lead engineering and technical teams
- Optimize manufacturing processes and workflows
- Oversee NPI and product innovation
- Ensure quality compliance and safety standards
- Manage production budgets and cost analysis
Required Skills
- Mechanical Engineering degree
- 5+ years managerial experience
- Lean manufacturing expertise
- CAD and statistical analysis
- Leadership and problem-solving skills
Job Details
Process Development and Optimization:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes.
- Identify areas for improvement, cost reduction, and quality enhancement.
- Implement best practices and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
Team Leadership and Management:
- Lead a team of manufacturing engineers, technicians, and other staff.
- Assign tasks, set performance goals, and provide mentorship.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
Product Innovation and New Product Introduction (NPI):
- Work closely product design teams to introduce new products.
- Evaluate feasibility, scalability, and manufacturability of new designs.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the product lifecycle.
Equipment Management:
- Evaluate existing equipment and recommend upgrades or replacements.
- Coordinate maintenance schedules and ensure optimal equipment performance.
Quality Assurance and Process Control:
- Develop and implement quality control procedures.
- Monitor production metrics, analyze data, and address deviations.
- Ensure compliance with ISO, Six Sigma, or other relevant standards.
Cost Analysis and Budgeting:
- Analyze production costs, material usage, and labor expenses.
- Prepare budgets, track spending, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Collaborate with procurement and supply chain teams.
Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams:
- Work closely with production, supply chain, and logistics teams.
- Resolve production bottlenecks, supply issues, and other operational challenges.
- Drive alignment between engineering and other departments.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- Proven experience in manufacturing engineering, with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
- Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, process optimization, and quality management.
- Proficiency in CAD software, statistical analysis tools, and project management.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.