Engineering Manager

At Tenneco, we don't follow industry standards; we set them, and we don't settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it's our Core Values - radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win - or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we're determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we're all about getting stuff done, so we can win.

How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It's what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you'll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you're ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you'll thrive here.

Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way

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 manages the Quality team including the Plant Quality Manager (responsible for managing customer complaints, customer visit coordination, plant quality systems, etc)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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.

• Provides a healthy and safe work place 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.
• Targets 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.
• Works with Human Resources and Supervisors to resolve personnel related issues.
• Will conduct training as needed to support personnel and team development, problem resolution, and process improvements.
• Participates in the establishment and implementation of plant work rules, policies, and procedures and is responsible for the continued maintenance of the QS 9000 and ISO-14001 systems.
• Will participate with the local management staff to develop site goals and objectives and will be responsible for monitoring the progress and for ensuring the achievement.
• Prepares technical and analytical reports for management to monitor and make decisions regarding the plant's operational performance and strategic planning.

• Administers other personnel functions.
• All other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• The ideal candidate will possess a bachelors degree in Manufacturing/Engineering/Business, or other related filed. Advanced degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• 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 possessing 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…