Senior Manager, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

West Chester, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Senior Manager Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

This position is responsible for strategic planning project management process optimization and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing safety efficiency and quality. The Senior Manager of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering drives innovation implementing best practices and contributing to the overall success of the manufacturing operation.

The ideal candidate is a creative and resourceful leader who thrives on hands-on problem solving. They are energized by challenges willing to experiment with new approaches and unafraid to take calculated risks to drive innovation and operational excellence. This individual is a natural tinkerersomeone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves to diagnose and resolve issues directly leveraging their own expertise and ingenuity and seeking external solutions. Their entrepreneurial mindset and practical know-how enables them to deliver results efficiently and cost-effectively fostering a culture of continuous improvement safety and adaptability.

Duties/Responsibilities

Analyzing the current method of production by observing operations working hand in hand with shop associates conducting comprehensive research interviewing suppliers and using information about the product and components.
Creating new ways of producing products by utilizing industry research product knowledge cost information and company goals
Developing alternative methods to improve cycle time efficiency and cost analyze constraints material requirements and current needs to improve.
Communicating and making recommendations to shop floor associates as well as company leaders. The goal is to have the best use of production timelines equipment and supplies. Creates detailed plans for the companys manufacturing goals for the months or years ahead.
Investigating new manufacturing technologies facilities improvements and efficiency options with a scalability automation and safety mind set.
Generating an accurate database of all production details and data. Champion and implement lean thinking and methods in everything we do.
Continuing to develop professional expertise and proficiencies by periodically participating in classes conferences and other developmental opportunities.
A liaison with a team of shop floor associates machinery operators managers and product developers to ensure everyone is contributing to the common goal.
Collaborate with Operations Quality Supply Chain and Product Development teams to to optimize material selections and designs for low delivered cost built-in-quality and reliability
Support new product introductions (NPI) with robust manufacturing strategies and scalable processes.
Working cross functionally to provide solutions to leadership when presented with manufacturing concerns.
Lead and mentor a high-performing engineering team fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Required Skills/ Abilities

Knowledge of computer design and engineering software
Experience in using an ERP system and tools for analysis
Experience leading and managing projects to improve throughput reduce waste and enhance product quality
Excellent attention to detail and time management
Ability to provide feedback both orally and in writing
Machine design and evaluation
Automation experience
Design for Manufacturing and Assembly experience (DFM & DFA)
Demonstrated ability to think creatively and develop unconventional solutions to complex manufacturing challenges.
Hands-on approach to troubleshooting and process improvement with a willingness to personally engage in technical problem solving.
Fabrication and Assembly robotics experience preferred.
Six Sigma or Lean experience

Education & Experience

Bachelors degree in engineering with coursework in the manufacturing process
10 or more years working in manufacturing in a leadership capacity

Work Environment

This is primarily a desk-based role requiring extended periods of sitting and computer use. While the role is mainly desk-based mobility within the office manufacturing facility and customer sites may be required for meetings and interactions with colleagues.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Ability to traverse office manufacturing facility and customer sites.

Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
Collaborative and supportive work environment
Health dental and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid time off and hybrid work arrangements

TREWs story:
Business gets done working together. Successful business happens when trusted partners work together to win together. At TREW we know that our customers buy solutions and technology built by people. With over 550 team members we work fearlessly every day to do the right thing even when no one is watching. From seasoned professionals to undergraduate co-ops our team members enjoy seeing the impact of their contributions every day.

Trew and its companies are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age race creed color national origin ancestry marital status affectional or sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability nationality sex or veteran status.

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