Engineering Manager - Lean Manufacturing Focus

Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Engineering Manager with a strong focus on Lean Manufacturing principles to lead our manufacturing engineering team. In this pivotal role, you will drive continuous improvement initiatives, optimize production processes, and implement innovative solutions to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety across our manufacturing facility. Your expertise in lean methodologies, industrial engineering, and mechanical systems will empower your team to deliver operational excellence and foster a culture of innovation and collaboration. Join us to shape the future of manufacturing through strategic leadership and technical mastery!

Duties

• Lead the development and execution of lean manufacturing strategies to streamline processes, reduce waste, and improve overall productivity.
• Oversee project scheduling for process improvements, equipment upgrades, and new product launches, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget.
• Conduct root cause analysis on production issues, utilizing data-driven approaches to identify underlying problems and implement effective corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including design, quality assurance, and production—to develop schematics, process flow diagrams, and technical documentation using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and CAD tools.
• Manage the installation, calibration, programming, and maintenance of industrial equipment such as CNC machines, robotics systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), vision inspection systems, and welding apparatus.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by applying industrial engineering techniques to optimize assembly lines, fabrication processes, tooling setups, and automation systems.
• Mentor engineers and technicians in mechanical knowledge areas including CAD design, CAM programming, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing), CNC programming, and schematic interpretation.
• Support factory experience enhancements by implementing factory layout improvements using CAD tools to maximize space utilization and workflow efficiency.
• Foster a safety-first environment by developing protocols for robotics integration, fabrication safety measures, and industrial equipment operation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field; advanced degrees or certifications in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma are preferred.
• Proven experience managing manufacturing or production engineering teams within a high-volume manufacturing facility.
• Extensive knowledge of lean manufacturing principles such as value stream mapping, 5S methodology, Kaizen events, and continuous improvement processes.
• Strong background in process engineering with hands-on experience in plastics injection molding or similar manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency with CAD software including AutoCAD, SolidWorks.
• Skilled in robotics programming, CNC programming (including G-code), schematics development, PLC programming, vision inspection systems and industrial equipment maintenance.
• Familiarity with factory automation technologies such as CNC machines, robotics integration (welding robots), fabrication tools and tooling design.
• Excellent project scheduling skills coupled with the ability to perform root cause analysis efficiently under tight deadlines.
• Mechanical knowledge of assembly lines, industrial equipment operation or fabrication techniques; familiarity with ISO 9001 standards is a plus.
• Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to motivate teams towards operational excellence while fostering a culture of safety and innovation. Join us as we revolutionize our manufacturing operations through strategic leadership rooted in lean principles! Your expertise will elevate our processes while creating an environment where continuous improvement thrives—empowering our team to achieve new heights of efficiency and quality every day!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person