Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Atkore is a leading manufacturer and distributor of electrical, mechanical, and safety infrastructure solutions with approximately 3,900 employees and 65 manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide.

• Manage and oversee various projects and serve as Project Leader on multiple projects.
• Provide documentation and schedules for improvement projects.
• Plan and evaluate integration of new or upgraded equipment.
• Assist Manufacturing in improvement projects such as Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvements, and Problem Solving.
• Provide plant‑level ownership of the capital expenditure process, including planning, budgeting, and writing.
• Lead rebuild/re‑design of machinery and processes to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.
• Member and driver of daily Gemba walks.
• Participate and/or lead in Continuous Improvement activities.
• Provide ownership of plant Tool Room department.
• Develop, coach and mentor a team of engineers to ensure the highest level of performance and standards of excellence.
• Equipment acquisition, installation and relocation as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, preferably mechanical engineering.
• 7+ years of industry experience with responsibilities in Capital projects and Project Management.
• Sound understanding of technical issues and needs.
• Working knowledge of tube mill operations and manufacturing techniques.
• Ability to run cross‑functional team‑based projects.
• Experience in Lean, Six Sigma, and Total Preventive Maintenance methodologies.
• AutoCAD or Solidworks experience.
• Professional, self‑motivated, dynamic, creative with the ability to work on own initiative.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• All associates must embrace and foster an environment that supports Atkore's core values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork, and Accountability.

• Complete your Atkore immersion program.
• Understand how your role supports Atkore's operational and strategic manufacturing objectives.
• Build strong working relationships with plant leadership, operations, maintenance, engineering, and support teams.
• Gain familiarity with plant processes, equipment capabilities, production constraints, and key performance metrics.

• Provide technical and functional leadership for manufacturing engineering initiatives focused on safety, quality, throughput, reliability, and cost performance.
• Partner with operations and maintenance teams to identify, prioritize, and execute process and equipment improvements.
• Lead capital and continuous improvement projects from scope development through implementation and startup support.
• Support plant performance by troubleshooting production issues, improving equipment reliability, and optimizing manufacturing processes.
• Develop and standardize engineering practices, procedures, and project execution methods across the facility.
• Drive data‑based decision making through analysis of production performance, downtime, quality, and process capability metrics.

• Lead the execution of manufacturing and capital improvement strategies aligned with business objectives and long‑term plant growth.
• Build and develop a high‑performing manufacturing engineering team focused on operational excellence and technical problem solving.
• Partner cross‑functionally to improve process capability, equipment reliability, product quality, and operational efficiency.
• Establish sustainable systems and standards to improve plant performance, project execution, and engineering effectiveness.
• Support development of future capital plans, equipment modernization efforts, and manufacturing technology improvements.

Good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $120,000 - $166,000.

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law

Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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