Manufacturing Engineer Manager

At Vexos, an East West Company, we are passionate about helping customers transform ideas into reality. As a global provider of Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) and Custom Material Solutions (CMS), we partner with some of the world's most recognized brands and groundbreaking innovators to deliver exceptional manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain solutions. Our diverse customer base spans industrial, medical, computing, communications, aerospace, defense, space, and automotive industries, creating exciting opportunities to make an impact in a dynamic, technology-driven environment.

This is an on-site position located in Vancouver, WA.JOB SUMMARYAs a Manufacturing Engineering Manager, you will lead and develop the manufacturing engineering function to support efficient, high-quality production processes. You will partner cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Program Management, and customers to drive process improvements, support new product introduction (NPI), and ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards. This is a highly visible leadership role with the opportunity to influence business decisions, implement continuous improvement initiatives, and shape the future of our manufacturing operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES Lead and develop the Manufacturing Engineering team, ensuring training, performance, and accountability

Drive continuous improvement initiatives including Lean Manufacturing and 5S implementation

Partner with Quality, Operations, and Program Management to ensure efficient and compliant production processes

Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, including risk assessments and process development

Oversee Engineering Change Order (ECO/ECN) processes and assess product/process impacts

Analyze production workflows, staffing needs, and capacity planning to optimize efficiency

Establish and monitor KPIs and implement statistical process control methods

Support CAPA processes, root cause analysis, and corrective actions

Provide technical expertise on IPC, J-STD, and electronics manufacturing standards

Review manufacturability, cost, and resource estimates for customer quotes

Coordinate equipment planning, selection, validation, and facility layout optimization

Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders on material specifications and compliance (i.e. RoHS)
Serve as a key problem-solving resource for production and customer-related inquiriesKNOWLEDGE, ABILITY & SKILLS Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
10–15+ years of experience in Manufacturing (EMS preferred)3-8+ years leadership experience managing engineering or manufacturing teams

Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and process optimization

Experience with NPI, ECN processes, and quality systems

Familiarity with IPC standards, ISO requirements, and regulatory compliance

Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing databases

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills

Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels

Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout a manufacturing environment

Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds

Ability to work in a production setting with moderate noise and exposure to equipment

This job description is a summary of the responsibilities associated with this role and may be amended as required by the company.

We are an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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