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Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Michael Page · Wood Dale, IL · 1 mo ago
ProductFull-time

Description

Leads the New Project Launch Engineering department to meet customer demand and achieve profit margin goals.

Oversees preparation and implementation of product launches, specification changes, and process changes.

Defines and recommends purchase of capital equipment; prepares investment budgets and payback analyses.

Prepares and manages implementation plans for new part projects.

Reviews, approves, and creates manufacturing work instructions.

Creates or updates routings in the ERP system.

Conducts time studies and labor analyses to improve productivity and efficiency.

Defines quality plans in collaboration with Engineering and Quality teams.

Analyzes technical requirements and specifications against internal process capabilities.

Participates in RFQ (Request for Quotation) processes to ensure technical feasibility.

Drives lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Profile

  • 5+ Years of Engineering management experience in a machining environment
  • Project Management Experience
  • Mills and Lathes
  • Proficiency in the use of CAD/CAM, word processing, and spreadsheet software
  • The ability to work efficiently with others or independently as required
  • Integrity and conscientiousness in all work-related matters
  • The ability to solve practical problems and deal with various concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
  • The ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
  • The ability to write routine reports
  • The ability to speak effectively before customers and/or employees of the organization

Job Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from $120,000 to $140,000 USD
  • Bonus Eligibility up to 20k
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development in an aggressively growing company
  • A supportive and professional work environment

Desired Skills and Experience

  • Leads the New Project Launch Engineering department to meet customer demand and achieve profit margin goals.
  • Oversees preparation and implementation of product launches, specification changes, and process changes.
  • Defines and recommends purchase of capital equipment; prepares investment budgets and payback analyses.
  • Prepares and manages implementation plans for new part projects.
  • Reviews, approves, and creates manufacturing work instructions.
  • Creates or updates routings in the ERP system.
  • Conducts time studies and labor analyses to improve productivity and efficiency.
  • Defines quality plans in collaboration with Engineering and Quality teams.
  • Analyzes technical requirements and specifications against internal process capabilities.
  • Participates in RFQ (Request for Quotation) processes to ensure technical feasibility.
  • Drives lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

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