Plant Engineering Manager

AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based automotive company delivering operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics. We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.
Domestic Relocation Available.

• Manage and lead the Plant Engineering Staff in developing processes, specifications, and documentation. Provide the staff with short/long-term goals and strategic direction.
• Develop and mentor Engineering Staff to increase the technical capabilities for servicing manufacturing needs.
• Technical Liaison between Corporate Sales and Corporate Engineering during launches.
• Plan, prioritize, and manage multiple engineering projects; prioritize tasks, ensure that the overall resources are used effectively and that project deadlines are met.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen concepts to devise innovative solutions to existing manufacturing problems while improving Safety, Quality, Productivity, Financial and Delivery metrics.
• Ensure the Engineering Team and cross-functional teams work cohesively, and goals are met and adhere to approved budgets.
• Lead CI initiatives and processes including the development, coordination, implementation, and maintenance of processes through lean manufacturing methodologies.
• Recommend and implement improvements to production processes, methods, and controls.
• Enhances gate deliverable structure and launch checklist with support from Plant Management Team.
• Actively participate in the safety program and promote a culture of Safety First.
• This role has direct reports (Welding Engineer, Controls Engineers, Die Engineers, Industrial Engineer, and Engineering Supervisor), and reports to the Plant Manager.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field; or Sr. Manufacturing Engineer with increased levels of responsibilities in automotive manufacturing environment.
• 5+years as Manufacturing Engineering leadership role within a fast-paced automotive metal stamping and welding assembly robotic manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and make timely decisions.
• Exhibit leadership style that encourages a collaborative work environment.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, lean manufacturing, and capital improvement projects and meeting deadlines for product launches.
• Proven vision and ability to translate progress
• Excellent organization, analytical and communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Teams and ERP software systems.