FlexSteel Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Full time onsite position.

FlexSteel () is an innovation driven flexible pipe technology company. TheCompany comprises a hard-working driven and dedicated team united by a commitment to HumanDevelopment Quality Delivery Innovation and Productivity Excellence in all we do. The culture ofFlexSteel can be described as energetic and passionate which is felt daily throughout the company.

FlexSteel embodies teamwork with a focus on hiring top talent and developing employees.

SUMMARY

• The Manufacturing Engineering Manager leads the manufacturing engineering function todeliver safe capable and cost-effective processes. This role manages a team ofengineers/technicians partners with production quality maintenance and supply chain anddrives continuous improvement capital projects and new product/process introduction to meetsafety quality delivery and cost objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The individual in thisposition must use initiative and judgment arranging job details to achieve predetermined objectives. The requirements listedbelow are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made toenable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Committed to Safety by performing all required tasks in accordance with established CompanyPolicies Procedures and Safe Work Practices.
• Lead and develop the manufacturing engineering team; set priorities coach performance andsupport training and career development.
• Own process capability and stability for assigned production areas; establish standards tomeet safety quality delivery and cost targets.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean / Six Sigma tools (Kaizen 5S value streammapping standard work SPC) to eliminate waste and increase throughput.
• Lead technical problem solving (root cause analysis corrective/preventive actions) for processand equipment-related issues impacting safety quality and productivity.
• Partner with Quality to ensure robust control plans PFMEA inspection methods andnonconformance disposition processes are in place and effective.
• Lead new product/process introduction activities including DFM/DFA tooling/equipmentselection process validation and production readiness reviews.
• Manage capital projects: develop business cases define scope coordinate vendors executeinstallation/commissioning and track cost/schedule performance.
• Establish and maintain process documentation including SOPs work instructions routingsand bill of materials (BOM) accuracy in the ERP system.
• Develop and maintain capacity models labor standards time studies and line balancing;support production planning and staffing decisions.
• Support maintenance and operations with equipment reliability improvements preventivemaintenance optimization and spare parts / criticality strategies.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives (scrap reduction yield improvement cycle-time reductionmaterial utilization) without compromising compliance or product integrity.
• Other Duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Therequirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• Directly supervises manufacturing engineering personnel and may provide technical directionsto cross-functional project teams.
• Responsible for hiring training coaching performance management and developmentplanning for direct reports.

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE and QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Therequirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Industrial Manufacturing Engineering or a related field;Masters degree preferred.
• 5 years of progressive manufacturing engineering experience including 2 years in aleadership/supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience leading Lean / continuous improvement initiatives and deliveringmeasurable results (scrap OEE cycle time cost).
• Proficiency with CAD tools and ERP/MRP systems; strong process documentation and dataanalysis skills.
• Strong leadership project management and cross-functional communication skills.
• Requires frequent hands-on interaction with equipment operators and shop floor conditions.
• Mix of office and shop floor.
• May involve occasional travel to suppliers or other company sites.
• Requires use of PPE and adherence to safety protocols

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully performthe essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities toperform the essential functions.

• This position generally operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely usesstandard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers and filing cabinets. Whileperforming the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to:
  • Sit for extended periods at a desk and work on a computer
  • Use hands to finger handle or feel objects tools or controls
  • Reach with hands and arms
  • Talk and hear
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
  • Walk or stand periodically throughout the day
  • Maintain sustained concentration on computer screens
  • Work under deadlines with frequent interruptions

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter whileperforming the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position generally operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely usesstandard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers and filing cabinets. Whileperforming the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to:
  • Normally work in an office environment or from home as needed by the business;however occasionally may work at a branch location or manufacturing facility.
  • Occasionally may be exposed to hazards such as loud noise heavy equipmenttemperature extremes chemicals etc. while visiting a branch location ormanufacturing facility.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

The safety requirments described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing theessential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performthe essential functions.

• This position operates may occasionally be in an industrial/field environment. The role requiresworking in and around manufacturing equipment heavy machinery and potentially hazardousmaterials. While performing the duties of this job the employee:
  • Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Follow all safety protocols and procedures
  • Participate in regular safety training
  • Complete required safety certifications
  • Comply with all environmental regulations

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties orresponsibilities required of the employee for this position. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time withor without notice. Cactus Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration foremployment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disabilityveteran status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Safety is our top priority. All employees mustcomply with our comprehensive safety programs participate in required safety training and demonstrate commitment to oursafety-first culture.

Required Experience:

Manager