RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (May include some or all the following responsibilities) Management Responsibilities: Creates and implements personal development plans as appropriate for staff.Holds subordinates accountable and addresses poor performance.Conducts performance reviews in a timely fashion and gives clear and honest feedback offering recognition for exemplar performance or alternatively improvement plans as needed.Demonstrates responsibility for budget and effective utilization of resources plans and manages resources to maximize results.Effectively contend with changing priorities in a dynamic environment arising from production downtime product quality or performance deficiencies or field service issues. Manufacturing Engineering Leadership:Perform any or all the necessary support functions related to a manufacturing environment such as:oInterpret customer technical specifications and assist in clearly communicating requirements to manufacturing floor through drawings or work instructions.oSupport manufacturing documentation creation through routing definition and ERP system support as needed.oShare knowledge of CNC welding and various manufacturing equipment including programming to support root cause problem solving efforts.oDesign jigs fixtures and materials handling aides as needed.Lead process improvement initiatives using Lean tools and methods.Support establishment planning and of Capital Improvement projects.Lead or support cost estimation activities accounting for manufacturing strategy initial routings and special tooling requirements.Product Development Leadership:Provide technical leadership guidance advice and assistance to group members peers and other departments.Drives integration of theoretical analytical and experimental product development activities to effectively and efficiently develop highquality costeffective products and solutions.Assures the use of FMEA and Hazard ID processes in conjunction with industry standards (NFPA ASME UL)Drives the cost and quality level of products during the development phase to maximize profitability with minimum defect levels throughout the life cycle.Coordinates test & validation to oversee and guide creation of proper testing goals and procedures.Supports Management in the development of project business cases.RequirementsAcademic/Experience/Credentials/Certifications:Bachelors Degree in Quality Engineering or Manufacturing or any related field required.Masters Degree desirable.Experience in lean six sigma and/or related methodologies.Team builder with a positive attitude and previous supervisory experience is preferred.Excellent verbal written and public speaking skills.Proven track record of developing and implementing process improvements.Strong conflict resolution and problemsolving skills.5 yrs. in a leadership role managing people.Valid drivers license and proof of insurance required.Able to travel 15.
Engineering Manager NEW position
