Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Waterford ExecutiveWindsor, ON, Canada

7 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Permanent

Job description

Job Summary :

The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading program launches, overseeing manufacturing and process engineering, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to achieve production, quality, and budget goals. This role involves managing cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance productivity, quality, and operational efficiency within the plant.

Key Responsibilities :

Leadership and Program Management

Lead the Program & Engineering team, including program managers and manufacturing engineers, to oversee daily program management, manufacturing, process, quality, and logistics planning activities.
Plan, staff, and supervise program teams to ensure successful new product launches, including process development, supplier management, equipment and tooling planning, floor layout, lean manufacturing implementation, customer approvals, and initial production planning.
Strategize, implement, and maintain program initiatives aligned with organizational objectives using disciplined program management methodologies.

Manufacturing and Process Engineering

Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing processes to optimize productivity, quality, and cost efficiency.

Collaborate with the Production Team to lead continuous improvement initiatives, including :

Reducing headcount and manufacturing overhead.

Implementing lean manufacturing solutions, such as automation and process flexibility.

Decreasing scrap rates and improving first-time quality.

Enhancing supply chain efficiency, logistics, and inventory turns

Escalation Management

Act as the primary point of contact for resolving critical internal and external escalations.

Develop actionable solutions for "red issues" and communicate plans effectively to executive management.

Equipment and Technology

Oversee the selection, acquisition, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment to support operational goals.

Make technical decisions regarding equipment purchases and ensure minimal downtime through effective maintenance planning.

Quality and Continuous Improvement

Partner with the Quality Assurance team to ensure manufacturing processes meet or exceed industry standards and customer specifications.

Apply lean manufacturing principles to eliminate waste, reduce variability, and drive sustainable improvements.

Reporting Structure

Reports directly to the Plant Manager.

KPI’s : (Illustrative)

Program Launch Metrics : On-time, on-budget product launches.

Scrap Rate : Reduction in defects and waste.

OEE : Maximizing uptime and productivity.

Cycle Time : Improved throughput and efficiency.

Cost Savings : Annual cost reduction and efficiency improvements

Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related field.

10+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, ideally in automotive.

Skilled in program management, including timelines, issue tracking, and launches.

Deep knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and technologies.

Proficient in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.

Open to travel for site support or technology evaluations.

Flexible to resolve urgent production issues or meet deadlines after hours.

Competencies / Behaviors :

Ownership mentality : Takes full ownership of results, keeping teams aligned, delivering on goals, and turning challenges into opportunities to shine.

Data-Informed Decisions : Loves digging into numbers, spotting patterns, and using insights to make smart, impactful calls that move the needle.

Team-First Problem Solving : Collaborates naturally, brings people together to tackle tough problems, and stays cool under pressure to find solutions that work for everyone