Manufacturing Engineering Manager

ETC is a global leader in lighting rigging and power control solutions and is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead a talented multi-site engineering team. This role provides strategic leadership for the manufacturing engineering function by developing talent strengthening cross-functional partnerships and advancing initiatives that improve productivity quality and cost efficiency.

The ideal candidate combines a strong engineering foundation with proven people leadership experience and a track record of driving operational improvements and cost reduction initiatives. Success in this role requires the ability to develop teams influence across functions and balance strategic priorities with day-to-day execution.

Based in our Middleton and Mazomanie facilities this position oversees four engineering leaders and provides indirect leadership to approximately 40 members of the manufacturing engineering team. The Manufacturing Engineering Manager will play a key role in shaping the future of our manufacturing operations while fostering a culture of collaboration continuous improvement and employee development.

As a 100% employee-owned company ETC offers competitive compensation generous paid time off comprehensive healthcare benefits a 401(k) with employer match and participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Please apply today or contact Katie Barreau at or 608.824.5329 with any questions.

Representative Responsibilities:
Leads manufacturing engineering to drive cross-functional collaboration across departments teams and locations ensuring aligned and efficient operations
Oversees the development and implementation of manufacturing processes to maintain proper product functionality as well as cost efficiency
Oversees the design and implementation of manufacturing process & equipment in all plants
Oversees and leads the release of new products
Oversees manufacturing engineering tools and standards
Oversees manufacturing engineering projects tooling and test fixtures
Ensures test fixtures and related equipment go through appropriate approvals (including facilities and H&S) before implementation or purchase
Ensures the engineering team and other manufacturing departments work together cohesively
Other duties as assigned
Special projects and requests are completed in a timely and positive fashion.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Monitors budget
Regulates the amount of spending
Manages the month-to-month expenditures
Coordinates and collaborates with other departments of the company in establishing and carrying out responsibilities
Develop and maintain positive communication between department and other departments.
Performs the hiring orientation training performance management career development and overall employee development of department personnel.
Formulates implements & reviews ISO procedures related to the department
Instructs employees about procedures and work instructions
Informs management team about company/departmental plans and progress
Maintains reporting on all department activities
Continue to monitor efficiency in the department and make improvements where appropriate

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in engineering
Demonstrated ability to manage a manufacturing engineering team
Demonstrated ability leading cross functional teams
5-10 years related work experience
Knowledge of company policies
Motivation and leadership skills
Excellent communications organizational and interpersonal skills
Excellent problem-solving skills
Excellent customer service skills
Computer skills

Required Experience:

Manager