Engineering Manager Ember Gold Agency | Paris, IL $80,000 per year | Full-Time | Day Shift Ember Gold Agency is recruiting an experienced Engineering Manager for a full-time opportunity with an established aerospace manufacturing operation in Paris, Illinois. We are seeking a hands-on engineering leader with strong manufacturing engineering, CNC machining, laser cutting, welding/fabrication, process improvement, and team leadership experience . This position will lead engineering activities while working closely with production, quality, customers, suppliers, and vendors. What You'll Do Lead, mentor, train, and develop engineering personnel Support manufacturing processes involving CNC, laser, welding, machining, and fabrication Lead new product introduction (NPI) and product improvement initiatives Improve manufacturing processes, productivity, quality, and cost Develop and maintain engineering documentation and specifications Support tooling design and modifications Evaluate product, process, and supplier risks Work directly with customers, vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors Support quoting and engineering change requests Research and implement new manufacturing technologies and equipment Drive continuous improvement, 6S, safety, and quality initiatives Manage multiple engineering projects and priorities Qualifications 7-10 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience 1-3+ years of engineering leadership or management experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field preferred Aerospace manufacturing experience strongly preferred Knowledge of
ISO 9000
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt experience preferred Strong CAD skills CNC, laser, welding, machining, or fabrication knowledge Experience with process improvement and cost reduction Strong project management and problem-solving skills Ability to lead, coach, and develop technical employees
Compensation & Schedule Salary:
$80,000 annually
Location:
Paris, IL Job Type:
Full-Time, Salary Exempt Schedule:
Day Shift Work Environment:
Manufacturing floor and office This position operates within a manufacturing environment that may be subject to
ITAR/EAR
export-control requirements . Why This Opportunity? This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer or Engineering Manager who wants to have a direct impact on people, processes, technology, quality, and production performance . We're especially interested in candidates who enjoy being on the manufacturing floor, solving problems, developing people, and improving how products are made. Apply today for confidential consideration with Ember Gold Agency.
Pay:
$65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of Manufacturing Engineering experience do you have? How many years of engineering management or leadership experience do you have? Do you have experience in CNC machining, laser cutting, welding, or metal fabrication? Do you have aerospace manufacturing or
ISO 9000
experience? Are you able to work on-site in Paris, Illinois?
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
CNC laser cutting: 5 years (Required)
Language:
English (Required)
Location:
Paris, IL 61944 (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Paris, IL 61944 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Paris, IL 61944: Relocate before starting work (Required)