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Job summary:The Site Engineering Manager will lead efforts to optimize manufacturing efficiency, lean manufacturing, utilization and introduction of new products into the factory. In this role, the Engineering Manager will use their knowledge of various manufacturing processes, materials and analysis techniques to select, develop and optimize manufacturing methods and tools, for maximum safety, quality, delivery and cost through Greene Tweed’s manufacturing process. The Engineering Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams to define and communicate capabilities, evaluate new opportunities, and provide technical solutions to manufacturing challenges.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
- Daily management of manufacturing engineers, CNC programmers, Automation Engineers, and process improvement engineers, process development engineers, and other technical team members to support manufacturing in meeting site objectives.
- Provide leadership in the identification and implementation of new and improved manufacturing processes and standards using TPS tools including, but not limited to: TPM, Kaizen events, process design, and process layout, 6S efforts, etc.
- Resolve disposition of material and compound that does not meet specifications. Conduct root cause analysis and address appropriate corrective action to improve process reliability and product quality.
- Drive the NPD stage gate process for introduction of new parts and materials into manufacturing. This includes the integration of all support processes required for optimal transition.
- In conjunction with Quality and Application Engineering, develop, document, and maintain process control specifications for key process characteristics. Provide production with a reliable, robust production process that yields repeatable, statistically controlled results.
- Manage the deployment of the Industry 4.0 efforts at the site; including the advanced manufacturing automation team, design of MES platform, and Operational Technology digitization project portfolio.
- Play an integral role in managing CAPEX projects from initiation to commercialization.
- Lead successful commercialization of new material and parts transition into the manufacturing process
- Assess current and long-term skills and gaps to ensure employees maintain technical skill sets through training and development plans.
- Provide ongoing coaching and evaluation of individual and team performance / contributions, documenting during performance reviews and annual calibrations.
Required Minimum Qualifications
Education/Certifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline
- Master’s Degree preferred
Skills and Experience:
- A minimum of 10 years in a Manufacturing related role - preferably in processes relevant to GTC manufacturing processes and technologies.
- Demonstrated results in use of Toyota Production System (TPS) and Six Sigma methodologies; Lean Practitioner or Six Sigma Green Belt preferred
- Proven ability to develop and motivate people
- Experience in digital technologies and working knowledge of Industry 4.0
- Advanced working knowledge of CNC programming software such as Mastercam, Solidworks, Edgecam or similar (Preferred)
- Statistical analysis software knowledge, Minitab or similar (Preferred)
Job Environment:
Physical Requirements:
Standing Frequently (46-100%)
Sitting Occasionally (16-45%)
Lifting Up to 25lbs without assistance
Carrying Up to 25lbs without assistance
Walking Frequently (46-100%)
Hearing Ability to detect noises with or without corrective device(s)
Vision Clarity of vision, with or without corrective lenses
Mental Requirements:
Problem Solving Frequently (46-100%)
Making Decisions Ability to make decisions that have a significant impact
Supervise Frequently (46-100%)
Interpret Data Frequently (46-100%)
Organize Frequently (46-100%)
Read/Write Frequently (46-100%)
Communication Frequently (46-100%)
Work Environment
High Temperatures Rarely (0-15%)
Low Temperatures Rarely (0-15%)
Noises Loud (manufacturing environment, movement of large equipment)
Fumes Exposure Rarely (0-15%)
Note: This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Supervisor. All requirements are subject to change and updates.
