Senior Manager, Advanced Manufacturing

3 weeks ago


Buffalo Grove, United States Oxenham Group Full time

Position SummaryThe Senior Manager, Manufacturing Engineering will lead and develop the manufacturing engineering function for a high-volume production site. This role is responsible for defining and executing engineering strategies that improve quality, throughput, yield, and cost, while ensuring full compliance with operational procedures and safety standards.This position blends technical leadership, capital planning, process improvement, and people development, with a strong emphasis on cross-functional collaboration and sustained operational excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn and drive the site’s manufacturing engineering roadmap, translating strategic objectives into executable projects.Lead capital planning for production equipment and facility systems, including budgeting, prioritization, justification, and lifecycle replacement.Design, implement, and sustain process improvements that increase yield, reduce cost, and improve throughput.Establish, maintain, and continuously improve technical controls, work instructions, SOPs, and safety documentation.Lead cross-functional initiatives with operations, quality, maintenance, and supply chain teams to support equipment launches, production transitions, and sustained performance.Serve as the primary engineering point of contact for customers during production transitions, new product introductions, launches, and escalation events.Deploy engineering metrics, dashboards, and standardization practices to measure performance, drive accountability, and support data-driven decision making.Mentor, coach, and develop the manufacturing engineering team, including performance management, succession planning, and professional development.Manage vendor relationships for production equipment and tooling, including specification development, procurement support, installation, commissioning, and acceptance testing.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field required; Master’s degree preferred.Minimum of 7+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing engineering, continuous improvement, or production operations within a manufacturing environment.Strong background in capital equipment planning, process optimization, and technical documentation.Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex, multi-disciplinary projects.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience interfacing directly with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.Demonstrated people leadership experience, including coaching, performance management, and succession planning.Strong comfort using data, metrics, and analytics to guide decisions, prioritize initiatives, and drive continuous improvement.



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