Automotive Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Calqulate Metrics Ltd; Kansas City (MO); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Referral Program

Job Promotional Opportunities

Climate controlled environment

Descripción de la vacante

Calqulate Metrics Ltd seeks an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead the engineering team in designing, developing, implementing, and continuously improving high-volume injection molding processes for automotive components in a compliant, safety-conscious environment.

You will oversee tool design, process validation, and manufacturing schedules, driving cost reductions and quality improvements while aligning with IATF 16949 and lean principles.

Formación

• 7+ years of engineering experience in automotive manufacturing, with 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Minimum of ten years’ experience in process engineering, tooling, equipment and process improvement.
• Working knowledge of customer functional performance requirements.
• Proven record in managing cross-functional teams and engineering projects.
• Lean manufacturing experience a plus; to include 8D, 5 Why, and Six Sigma problem solving skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and manage daily activities of the engineering department, including manufacturing, process, and engineering.
• Evaluate current process and GAP analysis from global standards and ensure all molded parts meet automotive quality, durability, and dimensional standards.
• Manage project launches, tooling equipment installations, and process validations.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and cost reduction using lean tools.
• Oversee new product launches, tooling, equipment installations, and process validation.
• Collaborate with team identifying process improvements and cost reduction opportunities to include scrap and usage.
• Oversee a team of Process Technicians, Engineers, and the Tooling team across multiple shifts.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful implementation of engineering initiatives.
• Responsible for tooling design, documentation, and assessments.
• Train and implement product and process improvements.
• Communicate standards and troubleshooting issues for new and existing improvements.
• Develop and implement production schedules to meet customer delivery timelines and volume targets.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and supply chain teams to resolve process issues.
• Monitor and optimize key performance indicators (KPIs) such as scrap rate, cycle time, OEE, and downtime.
• Drive a safety-first culture and enforce compliance with company safety policies and OSHA regulations.
• Support APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and control plant development.
• Maintain plant compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, OSHA, and customer-specific requirements.
• Develop and mentor Engineering, Tooling, and Assistant Molding Manager for skill enhancement and succession planning.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Automotive manufacturing

Lean manufacturing

Project management

CAD software

MS Office

Herramientas

CAD software

Project management tools

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

Calqulate Metrics Ltd seeks an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead the engineering team in designing, developing, implementing, and continuously improving high-volume injection molding processes for automotive components in a compliant, safety-conscious environment.

You will oversee tool design, process validation, and manufacturing schedules, driving cost reductions and quality improvements while aligning with IATF 16949 and lean principles.