Manufacturing Engineer Manager

Clinton, TN, US • Posted 2 hours ago • Updated 2 hours ago
Full Time
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Skills

  • Process Improvement
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • KPI
  • Team Building
  • Internationalization And Localization
  • SOP
  • MASS
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Process Optimization
  • Continuous Improvement
  • OEE
  • Productivity
  • Robotics
  • Programmable Logic Controller
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Procurement
  • Collaboration
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Automotive Manufacturing
  • Process Engineering
  • Leadership
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Six Sigma
  • Total Productive Maintenance
  • TPM
  • Injection Molding
  • Assembly
  • APQP
  • FMEA
  • Capacity Management
  • Layout
  • Management
  • Manufacturing
  • Startups
  • Finance
  • Business Acumen
  • Budget
  • Capital Expenditures
  • Return On Investment

Summary

Position Title: Manufacturing Engineer Manager
General Description
    • Lead Manufacturing Engineering activities for Injection Molding, Painting, and Assembly operations.
    • Develop and implement manufacturing strategies, automation systems, and process improvements.

Responsibilities
  • II-2-1. Manufacturing Engineering Leadership

    - Lead Manufacturing Engineering activities across Injection Molding, Painting, and Assembly operations.

    - Manage engineering resources, priorities, KPIs, and team development to support business objectives.

    - Lead, coach, and develop Manufacturing Engineers and Engineering Technicians to achieve departmental objectives.

    II-2-2. New Program Launch & Localization

    - Lead manufacturing readiness activities from development through SOP and mass production.

    - Maintain compliance with IATF, safety, and environmental standards.

    - Prepare and manage engineering documents, reports, and production data.

    II-2-3. Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement

    - Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance OEE, productivity, quality, and cost performance.

    - Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for recurring manufacturing issues.

    II-2-4. Automation & Manufacturing Systems

    - Lead automation projects including robotics, PLC, painting, injection molding equipment, and assembly equipment.

    - Support manufacturing system development, commissioning, troubleshooting, and process stabilization.

    II-2-5. Capacity Planning & Layout Management

    - Develop manufacturing layouts and capacity plans to support business growth and operational efficiency.

    - Analyze production requirements and optimize equipment, manpower, facility utilization, and manufacturing capacity.

    II-2-6. CAPEX & Facility Development

    - Lead annual CAPEX planning, budgeting, equipment procurement, and manufacturing investment projects.

    - Ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and aligned with business objectives.

    II-2-7. Equipment Reliability & Maintenance Support

    - Improve equipment uptime and manufacturing efficiency through engineering and maintenance collaboration.

    - Lead downtime reduction activities, root cause analysis, and long-term corrective actions.

Job Requirements

Work Experience

  • 10+ years of experience in Automotive Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, or Operations.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing engineering teams and manufacturing projects.


Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical Engineering, or related field required.
  • Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or TPM certification preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Strong knowledge of Injection Molding, Painting, Assembly, Automation, and Manufacturing Systems.
  • Proficient in APQP, PFMEA, IATF 16949, Capacity Planning, Layout Design, and CAPEX Management.
  • Proven ability to lead manufacturing expansion, plant startup, and production transfer projects.
  • Strong financial and business acumen with experience in budgeting, CAPEX justification and ROI analysis.


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