Corporate Engineering Manager

Corporate Engineering Manager at TRS Staffing Solutions Corporate Engineering Manager at TRS Staffing Solutions in Ann Arbor, Michigan Posted in 1 day ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Primary Accountability Areas Lead and coach a team of engineers responsible for process performance and production support Define departmental priorities, performance targets, and improvement roadmaps Build technical depth and succession capability within the engineering organization Act as the senior technical authority for assigned engineering disciplines Direct manufacturing line launches, equipment commissioning, and tool transitions Ensure engineering support for extended, multi?shift and multi?week startup activities Establish repeatable startup methodologies and documentation standards Provide escalation support for complex production or equipment issues across sites Identify and deploy efficiency improvement opportunities using data and root?cause analysis Lead initiatives focused on: Yield and waste reduction Cycle time and throughput enhancement Rapid changeover and setup reduction Continuous improvement and Kaizen execution Material usage and product optimization Develop and maintain technical standards, work instructions, and operating guidelines Oversee technical planning and execution for capital projects and facility changes Support equipment layout, ergonomics, labor design, and performance metrics Manage technical evaluation and selection of equipment suppliers and service partners Ensure reliability, safety, and scalability are embedded into engineering solutions Partner with operations, quality, supply chain, and leadership to align engineering priorities Present technical analyses, recommendations, and outcomes to senior leaders Support long?term technology planning and capacity expansion strategies Translate complex engineering concepts into practical business decisions Candidate Profile Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technical Experience Strong background in manufacturing processes, production equipment, and facility systems Experience with plastics processing Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting, process stability, and reliability improvement Solid understanding of quality systems, cost drivers, and manufacturing economics Leadership & Interpersonal Skills Ability to influence across functions and levels, including executive leadership Effective communicator with both technical and non?technical audiences Strong analytical thinking and structured problem?solving skills Track record of building engaged, high?performing teams Additional Considerations Travel up to 40-60%