Manufacturing Engineer Manager
Listed on 2026-07-27
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Quality Engineering, Process Engineer -
Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Quality Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer Manager - Onsite
Elyria, OH, USA
Come make the world and accelerate your success.
It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of approximately 43,500 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world's most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.
TheJob:
As a Manufacturing Engineer Manager, you'll be part of our STANLEY® Engineered Fastening ("SEF") team working as an onsite employee. You'll get to:
- Responsible for the development and deployment of manufacturing processes designed to achieve the highest level of safety throughout the manufacturing plant.
- Using predictive tools such as Risk Assessments, PFMEA, etc. develop & document standardized Manufacturing Processes that are stable, predictable while achieving the highest level of Safety & Quality performance.
- Coach & Mentor the Engineering team in the pursuit of continuous improvement across all Plant Value Streams.
- Coach & Mentor the Engineering team to drive the execution of productivity projects having a positive impact on the site's financial performance.
- Support and engage in the day-to-day manufacturing process support of production teams (methods, tooling, equipment, problem solving).
- Works closely with manufacturing supervisors & managers as well as other support groups and technical leaders to resolve issues that arise related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
- Must be able to work off shifts
- Stretch the organization by creating a learning culture, problem solving, envisioning the future state condition, and leading towards fulfillment.
- Responsible for the planning, development and successful implementation of capital equipment/tooling improvement plans including new product launch activities.
- Facilitation of formal continuous improvement kaizen activities when required in the endless pursuit of waste elimination throughout the Akron facility.
- Drives new product development for the site including APQP deliverables, tooling and equipment concepts, quotations, process development, qualification and approval processes
- Improve manufacturing processes and methods for cost-reduction, quality improvement and efficiency using lean manufacturing.
You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You're not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn't it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering Field (Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering).
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role or related field.
- Experience in managing and leading large projects within a manufacturing facility
- Proven track record in the Coaching & Development of subordinates.
- Thorough understanding and practical application of lean manufacturing principles including 7 Waste, 6S, TAKT time, SMED, Standard Work and Flow.
- Working knowledge of Fabrication & Weld/Fit processes, metal forming processes and associated equipment.
- Advanced knowledge of best-in-class assembly operations, part presentation and material flow;
Advanced knowledge of manufacturing engineering processes. - Ability to own and manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks in order to meet deadlines;
Certified project management skills preferred. - Experience entering data and pulling reports from an ERP system (ERPLX preferred).
- Strong computer skills with proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office and working knowledge of 3D modeling software, such as Auto-Cad.
You'll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:
- Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
- Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
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