Job Description

Leads and drives complex manufacturing engineering initiatives, mentors junior staff, and sets strategic direction for process innovation and optimization. Oversees large capital projects, develops best practices, and collaborates across departments to ensure alignment with business goals.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)

• Safety: Company targets with department goals per yearly approved KPIs
• Quality: Company targets with department goals per yearly approved KPIs
• Production: Company targets with department goals per yearly approved KPIs

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Leads development and optimization of advanced manufacturing processes and systems.
• Drives large-scale improvement initiatives across multiple departments.
• Manages large capital projects from conception to implementation.
• Mentors and coaches junior engineers, providing technical leadership.
• Develops and deploys best practices for manufacturing processes and documentation.
• Collaborates with design and quality engineering to ensure manufacturability and compliance.
• Performs complex risk assessments, simulations, and advanced data analysis.
• Leads supplier development and qualification for critical manufacturing processes.
• Advises leadership on strategic investments and long-term process capabilities.

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering required; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in manufacturing engineering or a related field.
• Proven leadership in managing cross-functional projects and teams.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Expert knowledge of manufacturing systems, equipment design, and process improvement.
• Advanced skills in CAD, data analytics, and simulation tools.
• Strong proficiency in Lean, Six Sigma, and project management methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, mentoring, and communication skills.
• Ability to influence strategic decisions across departments.

DECISION MAKING

• Leads high-level decisions on process design, capital investments, and technology adoption.
• Establishes priorities and strategies for continuous improvement initiatives.
• Resolves complex issues independently and sets direction for engineering teams.
• Drives organizational change through data, influence, and innovation.