Manufacturing Engineering Manager - Machining & Assembly
Company: Strategic Search Group
Location: Opelika
Posted on: May 28, 2023
Job Description:
Manufacturing Engineering Manager - Machining & Assembly Apply
Type Direct Hire ID AM76-2724767 Posted May 23, 2023 Position
Description Major international and brand name company has a newly
created opportunity for an Engineering Manager at a large
manufacturing facility located in a east central AL in a
metropolitan area. In this role will manage, plan, organize, and
coordinate the activities of assigned engineering group. Will
foster the development of new manufacturing technologies, process /
continuous improvement initiatives, new product
ideas/concepts/designs, test validation and cost reduction programs
for new and existing engine/product programs. The environment is
high volume and includes both machining and assembly as well as
automation . -There is 12% bonus potential which could go higher.
Job Responsibilities
- Supports and guides product engineering teams in ongoing
development within their assigned area
- Supervises and coordinates product research, testing, design
and development if applicable
- Promotes the New Product Development process and ensures
consistent use
- Interfaces with customers regarding part and product design,
manufacturing and quality control issues, which fosters
relationships
- Maintains knowledge of regulatory requirements
- Reports regularly on project status, ensures budgets are on
track, manages customer satisfaction data and other staff
activities
- Develops and initiates new technologies, process improvement
initiatives and cost reduction programs
- Proposes business solutions related to product safety
initiatives, annual strategic/situational planning, long-term
planning and supplier relationship agreements
- Performs full range of managerial responsibilities which may
include but not be limited to: interviewing, hiring, coaching and
developing engineers; planning, assigning and directing work;
EEO/AA, performance management, department budget
- Manages and lead manufacturing engineers to meet established
KPIs
- Performs other duties as assigned Job Skills Requirements:
- Demonstrates knowledge of engineering, testing and
manufacturing processes related to product and/or manufacturing
processes
- Ability to effectively solve problems with diverse groups of
people
- Strong interpersonal, written communication and problem solving
skills to effectively interface with engineers, managers and
customers
- Well-developed leadership and planning skills as well as the
ability to manage multiple projects simultaneous ly
- Fundamental knowledge of statistics and reliability
concepts
- Strong team building skills
- Ability to develop and coordinate activities of others and to
focus on major project resources to ensure assignments are
completed accurately, on time, and on budget
- Fluent in English and primary language used in area of
responsibility and/or location
- Project management skill set; experience in buying capital
equipment, running off/qualifying and installation to meet agreed
upon deadlines
- Experience in work flow improvements and line balancing to meet
takt time for customer demand
- Experience in transfer equipment
- Good understanding of Industrial engineering utilization
- Engine manufacturing experience preferred, not required
- Proven track record of improving under performing
processes
- Understanding critical components for management of spare parts
to reduce downtime
- Extensive PFMEA, Control Plan, and Error-proofing development
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field, or
equivalent education and experience Experience Requirements: Seven
years of engineering experience Must have both machining and
assembly experience Prior management or supervisory experience
Automation experience is preferred Physical & Environmental
Requirements: Domestic and/or international travel as required up
to 10%
Keywords: Strategic Search Group, Columbus , Manufacturing Engineering Manager - Machining & Assembly, Engineering , Opelika, Georgia
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