Engineering Manager

superior thread rolling; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) 5% Match

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Superior Thread Rolling Co. is seeking an Engineering Manager to oversee planning and cost estimation for manufacture-complete parts.

You will supervise budgets, master plans, and work instructions while applying lean concepts and single-piece flow to improve efficiency. The role requires strong knowledge of CNC machining, grinding, thread rolling, materials, heat treatments, and fastener manufacturing, with a track record in aerospace-quality environments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in engineering/planning in aerospace or precision machining
• Experience creating/Reviewing routers and cost estimates for aerospace parts
• Familiarity with blueprints and GD&T, lean and single piece flow

Responsibilities

• Release accurate manufacturing routers and inspection plans to ensure on-time, profitable delivery
• Create accurate manufacturing quotes and maintain quote-to-job alignment
• Support sales in pricing negotiations to balance customer satisfaction and profitability
• Coordinate with manufacturing on takt time estimates and machining methods
• Maintain and update work instructions, forms, and training aids
• Promote 6S and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Cost estimation

Planning

Lean manufacturing

6S / continuous improvement

Team leadership

Blueprint reading

GD&T

CNC knowledge

Education

B.S. in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Catia

CAD software

MS Office

Job description

Superior Thread Rolling Co. has been an industry leader in the Aerospace and Precision Machining business for over 70 years. We lead by developing "out-of-the-box" solutions to the constant changes in quality, administration, lean processes, and state-of-the-art technical systems required by Aerospace prime contractors and their supply chain. We strongly believe that the true reason behind our success is due to our loyal and dedicated team.

Position Summary:

The Engineering Manager oversees the planning and cost estimating functions for Manufacture Complete parts. Must have working knowledge of CNC machining, grinding, thread rolling, raw materials, heat treatments, fastener manufacturing, testing methods, and outside processing. Must be able to calculate time standards for machined parts using these methods and maintain a system for planners and estimators to use for accurate plans and cost estimates.

Responsible for maintaining accurate master plans (BOMs) for all manufacture-complete part numbers, including change requests, change logs, and updates to the Planning Master. Responsible for updating and maintaining accurate work instructions, training aids, and other tools used by the department to ensure accurate plans and cost estimates.

This position may be authorized by management to submit and negotiate pricing directly with customers up to a set total value as determined by management. Utilizes Lean concepts and single pc flow whenever applicable. Incumbent works to broad policies and objectives that require considerable independent judgment and initiative.

Responsibilities:

• Releasing accurate and complete MFG Job Routers, Inspection Plans, and related documentation to ensure profitable, on-time, and conforming product is delivered to our customers
• Creating accurate and complete MFG Quotes which set the company up for success
• Maintaining Quote to Job alignment during releases to support profitability analysis Reviewing, approving, and implementing Planning Change and Time Change Requests
• Supporting Sales in negotiating pricing to balance customer satisfaction with internal profit goals
• Consulting with Manufacturing on takt time estimates and machining methods to be used
• Maintaining and updating forms, work instructions, and training aids related to Jobs and Quotes
• Motivating, coaching, and providing progressive discipline to team members
• Performing employee performance evaluations, training, and development plans
• Promoting and monitoring 6S and continuous improvement
• Promoting management decisions and maintaining a positive attitude about decisions and policies
• Supporting CNC setup and production issues, especially those affecting job costing vs. estimate
• Supporting Supply Chain by acting as “technical support” for all vendors· Resolving customer design issues which may cause MRB issues if not clarified
• Assisting customers with solving engineering questions
• Controlling all appropriate Blueprints and customer-supplied part-specific data
• Supporting management in Continuous Improvement initiatives around the company as requested

JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Training and Experience:

• 5 years of combined experience of engineering, planning, machining, quality engineering and/or inspection in an Aerospace machine shop or similar environment is required. Experience creating, reviewing, or modifying routers and/or cost estimates in an Aerospace machine shop or similar environment is required.
• Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or similar is desired. Previous management experience, especially in an aerospace manufacturing organization, is desired.
• Candidate is required to demonstrate familiarity with reading and interpreting blueprints and relating requirements to a manufacturing plan. Must show the ability to identify and mitigate risks, and to identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, or otherwise increase profitability of the part.
• Candidate is required to demonstrate experience machine shop practices to accurately estimate and plan fixturing, tooling, machining methods, and order of operations. Must be familiar with lean, cellular manufacturing, single piece flow, and theory of constraints concepts. Familiarity with grinding, thread rolling, fasteners, and mechanical testing desired.
• Candidate is required to demonstrate experience with AS9100 quality standards for routers, inspection records, and documentation revision control. Must have a full understanding of GD&T design requirements and associated inspection techniques.
• Experience with Catia is desired. Experience with some CAD software is required. Must demonstrate the ability to create sketches and shop aides to clarify manufacturing requirements. Candidate should be capable of touch typing at least 40 WPM. Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and demonstrate the ability to write clear technical instructions in English

Exempt Position: Pay Range $115,000 to 155,000 Yearly

Hours: Monday- Friday 6:30AM - 4:00 PM

Benefits:

• 401(k) 5% Match
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Key words: Manager, Engineering, Planning, Quoting, Manufacturing, CNC