Manager, Engineering, DZPlants

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At our Day & Zimmermann Munitions Plants, we know the stakes and we do what we say! We’re the team working behind the scenes to ensure our nation’s front lines have safe, high-quality ammunition. As a trusted premier manufacturer of ammunition for the U.S. Military, we produce direct and indirect fire components, special projects and more. With over 120 years of experience, our teams consistently exceed expectations.

Join in our purpose – we put people to work, protect American freedoms, and help our customers power and improve the world.

• Supports manufacturing process by leading a team of engineers for multiple projects with minimal supervision. Responsible for technical content and quality of discipline engineering for assigned projects.
• Project management, proposal writing, establish/maintain budgets, cost estimating, payback, cost impacts, current analysis, etc. Motivate staff to complete projects prior to deadline and within budget.
• Manage and supervise personnel by establishing and reviewing work plans, staffing requirements and maintaining schedules for assigned team and projects while evaluating performance and recommending personnel changes such as promotions, discharge, etc.
• Planning, defining, organizing, monitoring, measuring and controlling current, present, and future engineering activities. Generate reporting structure for all projects, status, risks, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Lean Manufacturing Methods and Techniques (Hands‑On)
• Facilities Planning
• Cost Estimating / Budgeting.
• Technical / proposal Writing.
• Time Management / project Management (Microsoft Project)

• Master’s degree in production management, business management, or related fields – Preferred.
• 10+ years in manufacturing (munitions experience a plus).
• Master’s degree can be substituted for up to 4 years’ experience.
• 3+ years of supervisor experience – required.
• 2+ years in DOE, Project management, ISO, RISK Management – required.

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the wage range for this role is $124,080 - $186,120
. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary; final offer may vary based on experience and location.

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, Rx, dental, and vision coverage; life, AD&D, and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts.
• 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, and other paid time off.
• Voluntary benefits and discount programs, including pet insurance for family members.

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, transcribe documents, view a computer, read, inspect objects, operate machinery).
• Balancing (maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.).
• Stooping (bending the spine at the waist).
• Reaching, lifting (more than 15 pounds), walking, repetitive motion, kneeling, crouching, crawling.
• Pushing or pulling (using body to press against something or in a dragging motion).
• Manual Dexterity, Grasping, Feeling, Climbing, Hearing, Talking.
• Capacity to think, concentrate, and focus for long periods.
• Ability to read and write complex documents in English.
• Capacity to express thoughts orally.
• Ability to wear mask, respirator, bullet‑proof vest, or other gear.
• Ability to perform all functions at company office or worksite.
• Ability to withstand environmental conditions (extreme heat/cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise).

So what are you waiting for? APPLY NOW! Talent Acquisition Partner:
Jess Austin

Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status.

Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal‑opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email reaso
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• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industry: Construction

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