Manager Manufacturing Engineering Position Available In Richland, South Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: Manager Manufacturing Engineering role at Koyo Bearings in Columbia, SC involves directing technical support for manufacturing processes, coordinating work assignments, and developing solutions to enhance quality and productivity. This exempt, salaried position requires a BS in Engineering, 10 years of related experience, and supervisory skills. Travel may be required up to 20% of the time.
Job Description
Manager Manufacturing Engineering
Columbia, SC, USA • Koyo Bearings, 1006 Northpoint Blvd, Blythewood, South Carolina, United States of America Req #4668
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
TITLE
Manufacturing Engineering Manager COMPANY
JTEKT Bearings North America
DEPARTMENT
Engineering
LOCATION
Blythewood, SC
CLASSIFICATION
Exempt / Salaried
REPORTS TO
Plant Manager
GRADE
108
REVISION DATE
06/25/2024
REVISION LEVEL
New
Summary and Accountabilities:
Plans, directs and coordinates technical support for the manufacturing processes by performing the following essential duties:
Directs and coordinates day to day work assignments of Manufacturing Engineers Manufacturing Engineering Technicians and conducts performance reviews for direct reports
Develops, and evaluates manufacturing methods.
Develop and implement solutions to manufacturing problems and improvements in manufacturing methods that result in improved quality and increased productivity while maintaining a safe working environment.
Provide training to Operators, Setup Associates, Manufacturing Technicians, Manufacturing Engineering Technicians, and Manufacturing Engineers to improve technical abilities.
Interface with all levels in the organization using verbal, written and graphical communication tools to ensure efficient production methods.
Design and document tooling designs on drawings that communicate tooling requirements to toolmakers using AUTOCAD software.
Confers with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards
Confers with management, Production Engineering, JTEKT JP, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, new installation, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential including machine capability studies, etc.
Plans, implements and tracks Capital and Non-Capital cost reduction projects and reports to management on a regular basis.
Participate in the development of departmental and salary budgets.
Support 5-S, Kaizen Team and Koyo Production System, TS 16949 and efforts throughout the plant.
Other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Direct Reports:
Engineering Supervisor(s), Electrical Engineering Supervisor, Jig & Tool Supervisor
Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be necessary to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience:
BS in Engineering; Advanced degree preferred
10 years job-related experience.
5 or more years of related direct supervisory experience.
High-volume manufacturing process experience with machining, assembly, and test operations
Tier-1 automotive industry experience preferred
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is mostly performed in a normal office setting with minimal exposure to health or safety hazards, and with substantial time spent working on a computer. Requires sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate computer keyboard and other office equipment.
The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to manufacturing areas which require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection.
Travel by automobile and plane required approximately 10-20% of time.
Employee may perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.
Other details
Job Family 2019 MAPPING Job Function
INDIRECT
Pay Type Salary Travel % 10 Required Education Bachelor’s Degree
