Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Lead

Faith Technologies, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Faith Technologies Inc in the United States is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Lead responsible for managing the engineering team and driving data-led improvements. The successful candidate will ensure manufacturing readiness for both new and existing products while establishing standardized processes.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and significant experience in manufacturing operations. Key responsibilities include optimizing processes, leading new product launches, and advocating Lean principles.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or operations engineering.
• 3+ years of people management experience leading technical teams.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Manufacturing Engineering team for new product launches.
• Design and optimize manufacturing processes for new technologies.
• Drive Lean principles focused on waste elimination.

Skills

Team leadership

Data-driven decision making

Lean principles

Manufacturing process optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Advanced analytics tools

Simulation software

Digital manufacturing tools

Job description

The Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Lead is both a people leader and technical authority, responsible for developing talent, setting engineering standards, and driving data‑driven improvements across SQDCM metrics. They ensure manufacturing readiness for new and existing products by establishing standardized processes, standardized work, and data‑driven decision making. The successful candidate will lead engineering teams in designing and operating systems, solving complex problems, and driving continuous improvement through standardized and highly visible processes. They will foster a strong learning culture by sharing knowledge, coaching team members to develop others, and ensuring work is made visible to promote clarity and alignment. Additionally, they will model and reinforce core principles such as standard work, stop‑and‑fix, copy‑and‑improve, and leader‑as‑teacher to enhance overall team capability and performance.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field required.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or operations engineering with 3+ years of people management experience leading technical teams.
• Travel: Up to 25%.
• Work Schedule: The position works between the hours of 7am and 5pm, Monday through Friday; ability to work a flexible schedule is necessary.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. and, besides the TN1 Visa for Canadians, the company will not sponsor other employment visas.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the on‑site Manufacturing Engineering team to effectively support and complete new product launches and process implementation.
• Design and optimize flexible manufacturing processes to support new products and technologies.
• Develop business cases, cost models, and ROI analyses to justify technology investments and capital projects.
• Support development of standard work, labor models, line balancing, and capacity plans.
• Drive Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) engagement to ensure products are designed for flexibility, serviceability, and efficient assembly.
• Champion Lean principles focused on flow, setup reduction (SMED), visual management and waste elimination in high‑variability processes.
• Guide the use of advanced analytics, simulation, and digital manufacturing tools to improve scheduling, throughput, and decision making.
• Research, evaluate, and benchmark emerging manufacturing technologies, automation, and digital tools applicable to operations.
• Establish and track KPIs that balance efficiency, responsiveness, quality, and cost in a high‑mix production environment.
• Ensure safety, quality, ergonomic, and regulatory requirements are fully integrated into all process designs and operational changes.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled.

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