Manufacturing Engineering Manager Position Available In Erie, New York

Manufacturing Engineering Manager Pfannenberg – 2.8 Lancaster, NY Job Details Full-time $85,000 – $95,000 a year 3 days ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook 5 years ERP systems

ISO 9001

Microsoft Office Machining Project management Bachelor’s degree Continuous improvement Product management SolidWorks Project management software Manufacturing SAP ERP Senior level Electrical Engineering Microsoft Project Project leadership Leadership Communication skills Lean manufacturing

Full Job Description NOTE:

Pfannenberg is currently located on Ward Road in Lancaster, NY and will be moving to Alden, NY end of 2025 beginning of 2026. This position is not remote.

ABOUT US

Pfannenberg is a Global Manufacturer of Thermal Management, Liquid Cooling Solutions and Signaling Technologies. Founded in 1954 and headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, we specialize in thermal management, liquid cooling solutions, and signaling technologies designed to protect people, machines, and the environment. With a global presence including North America, Europe, Asia, and South America, we provide reliable and efficient products to diverse industrial sectors. As a Manufacturing Engineering Manager , you will work to drive process improvement and to introduce new processes and new equipment. You might help conduct make/buy analysis, work in facilities planning, introduce new products, or plan future projects. While working in this cross-functional role, you will interface with many different departments in Pfannenberg, including engineering, quality, purchasing, planning, logistics, and production to coordinate the release of new products, sustain the production of existing products, or conduct failure analysis of returned projects. This role requires a “can-do” attitude, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Develop new manufacturing processes and equipment to meet market/manufacturing demands Oversee execution of manufacturing projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards Design, validate and commission new production equipment and tooling, monitor modifications and upgrades, and troubleshoot existing processes Automate manual processes Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve quality and increase productivity Use data to identify, design, and implement internal process improvements Utilize Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other methodologies to improve manufacturing operation Assist in risk assessment for the health and safety of company staff Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including Operations, R D, Quality, and Supply Chain, to ensure smooth production ramp-up for new products Collaborate with suppliers to improve material quality and to negotiate cost-effective solutions Mentor, support and train junior engineers and manufacturing staff Stay abreast of technological advancements and industry trends to drive innovation within the manufacturing processes Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 4

year degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering or a related technical field 5-8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment in an engineering capacity Demonstrated technical leadership skills and project management ability with an expertise in manufacturing Personal experience with manufacturing hardware via any means (machining, fabrication, soldering, assembly, etc.) Work on personal or extracurricular projects is a plus. A strong passion for manufacturing and a thirst for continuous improvement Interpersonal skills to effectively work with other team members

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with ERP systems (SAP), SolidWorks and Product Data Management (PDM) Hands-on involvement in manufacturing Microsoft Office project management software; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.

• Knowledge or familiarity of JI, and cell manufacturing principles
• Knowledge or familiarity of standard costing, routing and Bill of Material development
• Knowledge or familiarity with

ISO 9001

regulations desirable.

• Problem solving and decision-making abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong Listening, oral and written communication skills

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$85,000.00 – $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person