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Production Engineering Manager
Job in
Chattanooga, Hamilton County, Tennessee, 37450, USA
Listed on 2026-08-28
Listing for:
JMJ Phillip Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-28
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering -
Engineering
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering, Process Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
A leading automotive manufacturer seeking an experienced Production Engineering Manager to lead engineering, maintenance, tooling, and facilities functions within a high-volume manufacturing environment in the greater Chattanooga, Tennessee, area. This role will play a key part in improving production processes, equipment reliability, automation, new product implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical leader with experience in automotive or other high-volume manufacturing environments, strong engineering leadership experience, and a track record of improving operational performance.
Key Responsibilities- Lead and develop Engineering, Maintenance, Tooling, and Facilities teams supporting high-volume manufacturing operations.
- Oversee manufacturing processes, automation, equipment reliability, tooling, and production support systems.
- Lead new product implementation, process validation, equipment installation, and production ramp-up activities.
- Drive continuous improvement, Lean initiatives, equipment efficiency, cost reduction, and process optimization.
- Manage capital projects and budgets while collaborating with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and other internal teams.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline, with 10+ years of relevant manufacturing experience.
- 5–8+ years of leadership experience managing engineering teams, manufacturing projects, or technical operations.
- Experience in high-volume manufacturing, preferably within automotive or a similarly complex industrial environment.
- Strong knowledge of process improvement, Lean/Six Sigma, equipment reliability, new product launches, and manufacturing quality systems.
- Proven ability to lead technical teams, manage capital projects, troubleshoot complex manufacturing challenges, and drive measurable operational improvements.
- Experience with automated manufacturing, robotics, injection molding, assembly, or other advanced production technologies.
- Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, IATF 16949, TPM, or similar manufacturing methodologies.
- Six Sigma, PMP, or related professional certification.
- Experience with ERP/MES platforms, manufacturing software, or industrial automation systems.
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