Manufacturing Process Engineer Manager

4 days ago


Sterling, United States Pivotal Talent Search Full time

***On-site position located in Sterling, IL.***


Position Overview


  • Lead manufacturing processes for a control transformer facility, ensuring timely production aligned with specifications.
  • Collaborate with Design Engineering, Production, and Materials teams to drive operational excellence.
  • Maintain compliance with regulatory standards (UL, CSA, CE, ISO, MOL, waste management).
  • Balance responsibilities between office and manufacturing environments.


Key Responsibilities


Team Supervision (25%)


  • Assign and prioritize weekly workloads for the team.
  • Review and approve project deliverables.
  • Handle performance management for direct reports, including training and succession planning.
  • Approve vacation and leave requests.
  • Participate as an active member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC).


Cost Reduction Initiatives (10%)


  • Implement innovative solutions to enhance manufacturing efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Evaluate cost-saving ideas and conduct post-audits for sustainability.
  • Prepare justifications and presentations for leadership as needed.


Process Maintenance & Improvement (50%)


  • Lead development of tooling, methods, and layout for manufacturing processes.
  • Analyze trends from Manufacturing Operating System (MOS) data and propose actions.
  • Resolve quality issues, update labor standards, and ensure adherence to practices.
  • Drive KPI improvements and create/maintain process documentation.
  • Implement lean initiatives and 5S for a safe, clean work environment.


Capital Management (5%)


  • Develop and implement capital plans, including justifications and schedules.
  • Optimize plant capacity to meet sales demands.


Regulatory Compliance (5%)

  • Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements for equipment, safety, and environmental standards.
  • Conduct process safety reviews (PSRs) and assist with accident analysis.


Plant Maintenance Support (5%)

  • Oversee resolution of non-routine maintenance issues.
  • Ensure preventive maintenance for critical equipment.
  • Support facility standards compliance and CMMS software management.


Qualifications:


Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering (or similar).
  • Professional Engineer (P-Eng) certification required.


Skills & Abilities

  • Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
  • Hands-on experience with manufacturing tools and large equipment.
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles (VSM, Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, waste elimination).
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ERP systems (Infor Syteline preferred), and Microsoft Office Suite.


Experience

  • 5+ years in senior manufacturing/quality engineering roles.
  • Proven experience leading continuous improvement initiatives.
  • 5+ years of project management and people leadership experience.


***On-site position located in Sterling, IL.***



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