Sr. Global Manufacturing Engineer
Sr. Global Manufacturing Engineer
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Job Description
Be Part of Our Next Chapter
For over almost 60 years our solutions have enabled impactful connections between some of the worlds leading brands and their customers. And while weve already done a lot of work were proud of were just getting started!
Coates Group has the values of a family-owned business and the innovative spirit of a start-up both which fuel our purpose Creating Connections. Empowering Partnerships. Always Evolving. Through hard work dedication and creativity weve become industry leaders who have won awards and set records while remaining focused on continual growth and evolution. We are a 2x Australia Good Design Award winner and successfully completed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history.
We are curious charismatic authentic and we value and leverage the diversity of our crew. We are imaginers kindness enthusiasts experts creators thinkers challengers collaborators and over-achievers. And together as a Crew we are revolutionizing the way the worlds leading brands leverage technology to drive the best customer experiences.
Sr. Global Manufacturing Engineer
The Sr. Global Manufacturing Engineer serves as the technical backbone of the companys global manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for developing standardizing and continuously improving processes that ensure product quality operational efficiency scalability and cost-effectiveness. It bridges the gap between engineering design and mid- to high-volume production supporting the smooth introduction of new products into global markets.
This role also leads engineering initiatives to optimize product design and manufacturing methods without compromising performance or quality manages Bill of Materials (BOM) structure and accuracy across all global sites and develops visibility on BOM templates to enable scale across global partners. Collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders is key to ensuring manufacturability quality and supply chain resilience.
Key Responsibilities
- Process Development & Standardization
- Define document and deploy standardized manufacturing processes across global facilities to ensure consistency repeatability and scalability.
- Ensure all process documentation work instructions and manufacturing protocols meet internal standards and regulatory requirements.
- Develop training materials and coach local operations teams to drive adoption of best practices and technical know-how.
- New Product Introduction (NPI)
- Collaborate with Design and regional operations teams to enable smooth and timely introduction of new products into manufacturing environments.
- Lead engineering readiness reviews ensuring production capability process control and quality standards are in place before launch.
- Value Engineering & Cost Optimization
- Lead or contribute to value engineering projects focused on reducing cost improving efficiency and enhancing product quality.
- Own and manage BOM accuracy structure and cost optimization across product lines once products are in mass production.
- Continuous Improvement
- Partner with Performance Improvement Managers to identify and execute Lean Six Sigma and Kaizen initiatives.
- Drive waste reduction cycle time improvement and production cost reduction through structured methodologies (DMAIC 5 Whys).
- Supplier Collaboration & Quality
- Partner with suppliers to ensure manufacturability of components and assemblies adherence to quality standards and alignment with production timelines.
- Build strong technical relationships with suppliers to improve manufacturability responsiveness and quality performance.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Engineering Quality Supply Chain and Operations teams to resolve issues and align on global manufacturing goals.
- Champion new technologies and methods that enhance efficiency scalability or competitive advantage in manufacturing.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Manufacturing Industrial Engineering or a related discipline.
- 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering process development or global operations.
- Strong experience with BOM management process documentation and new product introduction.
- Proficiency with structured problem-solving and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean Six Sigma DMAIC).
- Experience working with global suppliers and navigating cross-cultural operational differences.
Capabilities
- Excellent communication skills able to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong project management and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced global environment.
- Solution-oriented mindset with a focus on scalability quality and cost optimization.
- Ability to build trust and alignment across cross-functional teams and global regions.
- Hands-on approach with a passion for driving measurable improvements in manufacturing performance.
$123000 - $155000 a year
About Coates
We are industry leaders who have won awards and set records. We are a 2x Australia Good Design Award winner and we successfully completed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history.
We are led by a forward-thinking CEO who has demonstrated a true passion for people and making Coates a place where people genuinely enjoy working. Our growth plans enable a focus on providing rapid career advancement opportunities for our talent.
Together we are creators allowing us to make our purpose a reality to create immersive brand experiences for everyone.
Join a Crew that Cares
Be part of a global team of talented ambitious creative people that value integrity individuality and inclusivity. (Ask us about our Equality Empowerment Initiatives).
The benefits include an annual market competitive bonus program and our Thrive Program which includes a suite of flexible work options because were strong believers that you should never miss an important life or work moment. Thrive also provides dedicated time to prioritize our health and wellbeing (think virtual Yoga or meditation sessions) a Global Wellness paid day off to recharge as well as a Give Back Day to allow our Crew an opportunity to make an impact in the community.
Be inspired To Be More
We skip the red tape and aim to always stay nimble. Were proud of where weve been and are energized by where were going. We encourage ideas and perspectives because we know the more we have the better we are. We work hard but have fun along the way. We push the boundaries but keep it real and authentic. We believe in the values that got us here are the ones that will continue to lead us forward. We are excited by what weve accomplished but know the best is yet to come.
Coates Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color creed national or ethnic origin gender religion disability age political affiliation or belief disabled veteran veteran of the Vietnam Era or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).
Fraud Alert: Employment Scam Advisory
It has come to our attention that unauthorised individuals are impersonating our company and reaching out to job seekers through fraudulent emails falsely claiming to represent Coates. These emails often request personal information and appear to come from domains that are not affiliated with our organisation such as.
We take this matter very seriously. Coates has reported these incidents to law enforcement and is cooperating with the ongoing investigation. We are committed to protecting the integrity of our recruitment process and the privacy of our applicants.
Please be advised of the following:
- Wedo not contact employment candidates via email to solicit personal or financial information
- All applications for employment must be submitted through our official website directly through our LinkedIn profile:Coates Group
- All emails from us will come from our official domain which or via our Applicant - Tracking System (ATS) email address which is no-replyatdotco
If you receive any suspicious communications purporting to be from Coates we urge you not to respond do not click any links and do not provide any personal safety and trust are of the utmost importance to us. Thank you for your vigilance.
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