Manager, Manufacturing Engineering Team

creationtech; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 115,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Competitive benefits

Accessibility accommodations

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Creation Technologies in Vancouver, Canada, is seeking a Functional Engineering Manager to lead and optimize manufacturing engineering for CCAs and box assemblies. You will drive NPI, manage engineers, and align processes with quality standards.

We value senior engineering leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement, with a focus on delivering reliable production and scalable capability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with electronics focus.
• 10+ years in electronics manufacturing with 3+ years in leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Manufacturing engineering team at the site.
• Own the framework to drive NPI activities with cross functional teams.
• Oversee MFG engineering tasks and activities with support from the team.
• Drive manufacturing process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Provide technical training and support to the manufacturing team.
• Monitor KPIs and analyze data to resolve process issues.
• Design and setup manufacturing cells, systems and equipment.

Skills

Leadership

EMS processes

Project management

Cross-functional teams

Communication skills

SME in testing

Budgeting

Compliance standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Functional Engineering Manager is a key leadership role at Creation Technologies, focused on overseeing and enhancing the engineering processes in Manufacturing Engineering. This leadership level position is crucial for driving the execution of complex engineering tasks, managing a team of engineers, and ensuring the creation, configuration, and optimization of processes required to produce and/or test Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) and box assemblies. The role requires an agile leader who can apply deep industry knowledge to advance manufacturing services, drive continuous improvement, uphold the highest standards of quality and efficiency and maneuver resources to deliver on high priority tasks.

REPORTING STRUCTURE:

Reports to Director of Engineering

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but not limited to:

• Manufacturing Engineering Manager Specific:
• Leads the Manufacturing engineering team at the site.
• Own the framework to effectively drive NPI activities along side cross functional teams.
• Oversees MFG engineering tasks and activities with the support of Manufacturing Engineering team.
• Well versed in PLM and MES systems.
• Leads and oversees engineering projects, including coordinating tasks and resources for above schedule within the engineering team.
• Leads cross-functional teams to drives manufacturing process improvements to enhance production efficiency and product quality.
• Provides technical training and support to the manufacturing team, aiding in the resolution of engineering issues that affect production and prevent continuous production flow, as needed.
• Monitors and drives key performance indicators (KPIs) and analyzes data to identify and resolve systemic process and performance issues.
• Direct the design and setup of manufacturing cells, systems, and equipment: Ensure that the manufacturing facilities are equipped with cutting-edge technology that enhances operational efficiency and output.
• Ensure robust quality control and process validation measures: Establish stringent quality standards to maintain product excellence and compliance.
• Facilitate the scaling of manufacturing operations to meet increased production demands: Plan and execute expansions of manufacturing capabilities to accommodate growth and customer demands.
• Provide expert oversight on the floor, resolving high-impact manufacturing issues: Offer technical expertise to resolve critical production bottlenecks and optimize manufacturing processes.
• Proactively engage with customers, vendors and other third parties as required to address any delays or showstoppers to mitigate any need for further escalations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with a focus on electronics and manufacturing processes or equivalent industry or military training experience.
• Minimum of 10+ Years of progressive experience in electronics manufacturing including 3+ years in engineering management/leadership roles. Aerospace, Defense and/or medical manufacturing experience required for A&D/Medical MFG sites.

Skills Required

• Exceptional leadership and people management skills, with the ability to coach, mentor, and develop high performing teams.
• Strong knowledge of EMS manufacturing processes, business models, and the technical landscape.
• Proven track record in managing complex engineering projects, with a strong problem-solving capability.
• Excellent collaboration and interaction skills, capable of working effectively across all levels of the organization and with external partners.
• Exceptionally strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex concepts and influence decision-making for both internal and external stakeholders e.g., customers and vendors.
• Must have advanced SME expertise in 1 or more of the Test Engineering, Process Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering, along with strong understanding of the remaining engineering discipline(s).
• Fiscal responsibility, with experience in budgeting, resource allocation, and performance management to achieve organizational goals.
• Have a strong understanding of relevant compliance standards and requirements e.g., ISO9001, ISO13485, ITAR, CGP, IPC and J-STD workmanship standards.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is up to CDN $ 128,250 per year. Full-time employees are also eligible for performance-based bonuses and benefits. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as a final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, education, location, and shift. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on the date of hire, schedule type, and hours worked.

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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Creation Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you require any accommodations to complete the application process or need the job posting in an alternative format, please email [e-mail]. You will be connected with our Talent Acquisition team.

If you are contacted regarding the position, please inform our Talent Acquisition team of any accommodations you may need during the recruiting process. All information related to accommodation requests will be handled confidentially.

Canada: Title for the position will be in accordance with applicable national and local laws.