Engineering Manager — Lean Leadership & Excellence

Autokiniton; Dundee (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Autokiniton, a Michigan-based automotive company, seeks a seasoned Engineering Manager to lead all engineering activities, drive Lean manufacturing concepts, and deliver performance against company goals and customer expectations.

You will mentor and coach direct reports, provide direction aligned with the business plan, manage plant capacity and program management, interface with customers and suppliers, ensure safety and compliance, and cultivate teamwork while maintaining housekeeping and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent; 8+ years in automotive/metals/assembly; 2+ years management.
• Knowledge of plant department functions.
• Experience applying lean manufacturing concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead all engineering activities and oversee department goals.
• Provide leadership and direction aligned with the business plan and budgets.
• Interface with customers and suppliers as appropriate.
• Ensure safety and OSHA compliance and maintain housekeeping standards.
• Mentor and coach direct reports, driving problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Leadership

Financial data interpretation

Operational improvement

Organizational skills

English proficiency

Mathematical computations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Master’s Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Autokiniton, a Michigan-based automotive company, seeks a seasoned Engineering Manager to lead all engineering activities, drive Lean manufacturing concepts, and deliver performance against company goals and customer expectations.

You will mentor and coach direct reports, provide direction aligned with the business plan, manage plant capacity and program management, interface with customers and suppliers, ensure safety and compliance, and cultivate teamwork while maintaining housekeeping and