Engineering Manager

Job Scope

• Manage the Process Engineering Group (responsible for processing samples, quotes, new item introductions, and engineering changes) and also the Prototype Manufacturing Group (responsible for fabricating prototype and low‑volume production parts). Also manage the Quality team including the Plant Quality Manager (responsible for managing customer complaints, customer visit coordination, plant quality systems, etc).

• Responsible to collaborate with staff members to make plant level decisions.
• Supervise the process engineering team. Initiate, execute, and track team projects, improvement opportunities, and metrics.
• Direct and approve purchases of departmental supplies and equipment.
• Manufacturing Engineering Support for high‑level projects such as TS16949 implementation and other new manufacturing processes.
• Report to Plant Management on performance and improvement activities on a regular basis.
• Interface with Product and application Engineering, Sales and Marketing, and the customer.
• Provide a healthy and safe workplace for employees by identifying and eliminating hazards.
• Communicate and reinforce Quality Policy and Business Objectives and EHS rules and regulations.
• Properly report, investigate, and implement corrective actions to quality problems and safety incidents.
• Target to reduce customer concerns and external and internal PPM and to eliminate, reduce, reuse, or recycle natural resources.
• Responsible for the implementation of new products and processes.
• Responsible for plant RFQ process.
• Responsible for recognizing and implementing improvements to the manufacturing processes and products for increased productivity, improved quality, quicker response, reduced cost, and increased safety.
• Work with all departments in meeting customer expectations for quality, service, cost, and delivery.
• Work with Human Resources and Supervisors to resolve personnel related issues.
• Conduct training as needed to support personnel and team development, problem resolution, and process improvements.
• Participate in the establishment and implementation of plant work rules, policies, and procedures and maintain the QS 9000 and ISO‑14001 systems.
• Participate with local management staff to develop site goals and objectives and monitor progress to ensure achievement.
• Prepare technical and analytical reports for management to monitor and make decisions regarding the plant's operational performance and strategic planning.
• Administer other personnel functions.
• All other duties as assigned.

• The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing/Engineering/Business, or other related field. Advanced degree preferred.

• 5‑8 years experience in manufacturing, engineering, materials, or quality management, preferably in an automotive supply environment.
• Must be a self‑motivated team player, possessing excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, including a working knowledge of production standards and measurement systems and a proven record of cost savings and productivity gains.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office products, particularly the creation of production and capacity related spreadsheets and the summarization of information into easily read presentations.
• Must have excellent verbal and written skills; must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and possess excellent human relations skills.
• Experience with Constraint Management, Lean Manufacturing, JIT, STOP, QS 9000 and ISO‑14001 preferred.
• Detailed knowledge of manufacturing processes and capabilities.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; ability to write technical reports, business correspondence and procedures; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of customers or employees.
• Analytical abilities necessary to troubleshoot complex manufacturing issues and processes.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to exchange information with variety of staff.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements, such as OSHA standards, TS16949 and ISO 14001 policies and procedures.
• Abili…