Manufacturing Engineering Leader
Job in
Seymour, New Haven County, Connecticut, 06483, USA
Listed on 2026-08-01
Listing for:
Manpower
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-01
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Operations Management, Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Manufacturing Engineering Leader
Our client, a leading organization in the Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) industry, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Leader to join their team. As a Manufacturing Engineering Leader, you will be part of the Operations Department supporting manufacturing and technical teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, technical expertise, and a passion for continuous improvement, which will align successfully in the organization.
What's the Job?
- Provide strategic and tactical leadership across manufacturing and technical operations within a high-mix EMS environment.
- Drive operational excellence in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People (SQDCP) metrics to ensure scalable processes and optimized asset utilization.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing lean manufacturing principles, value stream mapping, and Kaizen events.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance product design for manufacturability and support new product introductions (NPI).
- Oversee production planning, capacity modeling, and equipment effectiveness to maximize throughput and efficiency.
What's Needed?
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical field.
- 8-10 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience within the EMS industry.
- Deep understanding of high-mix EMS manufacturing processes including SMT, through-hole, test, and box build operations.
- Expertise in production planning systems, capacity modeling, and ERP/MRP tools.
- Strong leadership, communication, and change management skills with a focus on team development and operational excellence.
What's in it for me?
- Opportunity to lead and influence a dynamic manufacturing environment with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
- Competitive salary aligned with your experience and expertise.
- Engagement in strategic planning and technology roadmap development.
- Chance to work in a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diversity and professional growth.
- Supportive leadership committed to your development and success.
Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Health Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Business Travel Insurance
- 401(k), Plus Match
- Weekly Pay
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