A Manufacturing Engineering Manager oversees engineering and technical design of manufacturing engineering projects, such as optimizing and maintaining production lines in a factory. Manages communication and coordination among different types of engineers working on a project. Supervises project schedule, budget, and communications with stakeholders.
Manufacturing Engineering Manager at The Judge Group Manufacturing Engineering Manager at The Judge Group in Galt, Illinois Posted in about 4 hours ago.
Type:
full-time
Job Description:
Our client is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager for thier large, Manufacturing facility located in the Sterling Il area. The Manager will lead a team fo 4-5 Direct Report Engineers to sustain & improve existing products & processes with a focus on plant performance, process optimization & assembly efficiency. This role leads the identification and resolution of product, process & design issues and drives continuous improvement initiatives. The position requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and an analytical approach towards problem solving to support a high-volume manufacturing plant. The ideal candaite will have a good technical proficiecny with Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and a decent understanding of GD&T A relocation packaage is available for candidates open to moving. This is an extreamly reputable company & a staple of American manufacturing. They are the industry leader in their product segment with an amzing culture and a highly competitive overall compensation package. Interested candidates should contact Lee Douglas @ 610 617-1447 or email a current resume to LDouglas@judge.com This job will have the following responsibilities: Develop team capability, performance, and overall engineering effectivenes Drive proper use of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) standards to improve design clarity, manufacturability, and inspection consistency Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles in product and process improvements to reduce cost, complexity, and variation Collaborate with New Product Development teams to support design reviews and ensure smooth product launches Drive manufacturability, process stability, and product performance in highvolume production Support capital and tooling investments (equipment, molds, fixtures, etc.) to meet quality and capacity requirements Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing) to reduce costs, scraps, and downtime while improving quality and productivit Perform root cause analysis using statistical methods and implement corrective actions Partner with Quality and Operations on product and process changes Support development of FMEAs, Control Plans, and process capability improvements
Qualifications & Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering - Process or Mechanical preferred 7+ years of engineering experience in Manufacturing 3+ years in a leadership position directing a team of Engineers Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities Strong knowledge of plastic, stamped, and machined part design and manufacturing processes Experience with 3D modeling Demonstrated leadership, team development, and delegation skills #JDP
