
We are representing a 500+ person manufacturing facility, part of a globally recognized organization, actively seeking an Engineering Manager to drive process control and continuous improvement across a complex manufacturing operation. This role will lead a team of process engineers, ensuring manufacturing processes meet stringent internal quality standards while reducing variability and driving standardization.
Position Overview
- Leads and mentors a team of process owners responsible for key manufacturing processes across the operation
- Defines short- and long-term goals for each process to improve control, reduce scrap and rework, improve cost, and support operations
- Sets performance measures and KPIs for the team, tracking progress against productivity and quality goals
- Defines and monitors key input/output variables and drives improvement to reduce scrap and rework
- Serves as the overall authority for process control, ensuring manufacturing steps meet engineering requirements and internal quality standards
- Implements statistical process control (SPC) and real-time monitoring to ensure process stability
- Drives down scrap and rework rates through root cause analysis and corrective action
- Leads capital project work from concept through production release
- Leads process improvement initiatives (scrap/rework reduction, cost reduction, cycle time reduction) using Lean Six Sigma methodologies
- Supports the transition to advanced manufacturing methods and growing use of data/analytics in process control
- Develops business continuity plans for equipment and process readiness
- Collaborates across sites to share and adopt best practices, maximizing first-pass quality and output
Position Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering required (Mechanical, Industrial, or related technical field preferred)
- 5+ years of manufacturing experience with at least 1+ year of leadership experience
- Proven experience managing teams of engineers or process owners
- Strong understanding of quality management systems in a highly regulated manufacturing environment
- Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams
- Comfortable operating with composure in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
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