Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Job Title:

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Lead and manage a team of Manufacturing Engineers and technical staff to drive efficiency, quality, and innovation in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment.

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Manufacturing Engineers and technical staff.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Provide technical guidance and support to production and engineering teams.
• Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes for efficiency and quality.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen principles.
• Analyze production data to identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Lead manufacturing engineering activities for new product launches and engineering changes.
• Ensure APQP deliverables are met, including PFMEA, control plans, and process flow diagrams.
• Collaborate with product engineering, quality, and operations to ensure successful launches.
• Specify, procure, and implement manufacturing equipment, tooling, and automation systems.
• Support installation, validation, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Drive innovation through automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Ensure compliance with IATF, ISO standards, and customer requirements.
• Support internal and external audits and corrective action processes.
• Partner with quality teams to reduce defects, scrap, and rework.
• Monitor and improve key performance metrics (OEE, cycle time, throughput, and efficiency).
• Support cost reduction initiatives, including labor and material optimization.
• Work closely with maintenance and operations to improve equipment reliability and uptime.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related Engineering field.
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering within the automotive industry, Tier 1 preferred.
• Experience leading a team of Engineers.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and control plans.
• Proficiency with CAD and manufacturing simulation tools.
• Knowledge of automation, robotics, PLCs, and Industry 4.0 technologies.

• New product introduction and program launching expertise.
• Quality and process improvement experience in IATF environments.
• Lean manufacturing and project management skills.

Fast-paced, high-volume Tier 1 automotive manufacturing environment. This is a fully onsite leadership role with significant plant-floor presence, fostering a highly collaborative culture involving Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Product Engineering. The role demands a hands‑on engineering approach, emphasizing Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. It involves significant involvement in equipment installation, process optimization, automation projects, and new program launches.

The work environment is metrics‑driven, with a strong focus on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.

This is a Permanent position based out of Newton, NC.

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $135000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Life Insurance and Disability Coverage 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match Additional Company‑Sponsored Retirement Contributions Health & Wellness Programs Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Resources Paid Time Off and Company Holidays Professional Development and Career Growth Programs Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Inclusion…