Manager, Manufacturing Engineering

Mequon, WI | Department: Engineering |

Reports to:

Director of Engineering

Hayes Performance Systems is a global manufacturer of high-performance braking, suspension, and precision-engineered components. Since 1946, we've built a reputation for quality, innovation, and reliability while serving customers around the world.

In 2023, Hayes expanded through the acquisition of ACI Industries, strengthening our capabilities in precision machining and manufacturing and positioning us for continued growth.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for people who want to make an impact. At Hayes, you'll have the opportunity to solve real-world challenges, collaborate across teams, and contribute to products used in powersports, agriculture, construction, and industrial applications. We value accountability, continuous improvement, and taking pride in the work we do every day.

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Employee events and recognition programs throughout the year
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment

Join Hayes Performance Systems as our Manager, Manufacturing Engineering and lead a multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for machining, assembly, automation, and controls initiatives.

In this role, you'll drive continuous improvement initiatives, lead manufacturing innovation, and partner across the organization to improve operational performance. You'll play a key role in developing engineering talent, implementing automation strategies, and supporting the continued growth of our manufacturing capabilities.

• Lead and develop a team of Manufacturing, Controls, Machining, and Assembly Engineers
• Drive strategic manufacturing initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and cost performance
• Champion automation and controls solutions, including robotics, PLC programming, vision systems, and digital manufacturing technologies
• Partner with Operations leadership to identify opportunities, solve manufacturing challenges, and improve plant performance
• Lead process optimization, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement efforts across manufacturing operations
• Establish engineering standards, technical roadmaps, and talent development strategies that support long-term business objectives
• Manage capital equipment projects from concept through implementation, including scope, budget, timeline, and resource planning
• Collaborate with Product Engineering to improve manufacturability and support successful product launches
• Monitor key operational and engineering metrics to drive manufacturing performance and business results

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field required
• Master's degree preferred
• 8+ years of manufacturing engineering experience within a machining, assembly, or industrial manufacturing environment
• 3+ years of engineering leadership or supervisory experience
• Proven success leading cross-functional teams and driving operational improvements
• Experience implementing Lean manufacturing, automation, and process improvement initiatives
• Experience managing capital equipment projects and budgets
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Bonus:
  • Experience with robotics, PLC programming, industrial networking, or advanced manufacturing technologies
  • Experience supporting engineered products in a performance-driven manufacturing environment

If you're passionate about engineering leadership, manufacturing innovation, and continuous improvement
, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your career with Hayes Performance Systems.