Group Lead - Manufacturing Engineer

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium health coverage

401(k) with generous matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Life and disability protection

Job summary

Bosch in the United States seeks a group leader for manufacturing process engineering to lead day-to-day engineering and problem solving in the Electric Rack Steering assembly area. You will drive targets for safety, quality, cost and delivery by reducing scrap and cycle time while guiding a team of engineers.

You will collaborate with Planning, Maintenance, Operations, Quality, and Logistics to ensure targets are met, manage budgets, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing or related experience.
• Experience with assembly processes.
• Strong leadership and presentation skills.
• Analytical thinker with experience using problem-solving methods.

Responsibilities

• Directs engineering work for manufacturing engineers supporting scrap reduction and cycle-time improvements.
• Leads continuous improvement to safety, quality and productivity.
• Manages budgets for line-improvement activities and builds business cases.
• Ensures equipment OEE, rejects/FTT, and scrap cost targets are met.
• Coordinates engineering changes with design, quality and logistics teams.

Skills

People leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Process improvement

Assembly processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Company Description

At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people’s lives. Our areas of activity are every bit as diverse as our outstanding Bosch teams around the world. Their creativity is the key to innovation through connected living, mobility, or industry.

Let’s grow together, enjoy more, and inspire each other. Work #LikeABosch

Reinvent yourself: At Bosch, you will evolve.

Discover new directions: At Bosch, you will find your place.

Celebrate success: At Bosch, we celebrate you.

Job Description

The group leader for manufacturing process engineering will be responsible for day to day engineering and problem solving within the Electric Rack Steering assembly area. This position will manage the team responsible for ensuring targets are met in regards to safety, quality, cost and delivery by reducing scrap, improving cycle time, and other process improvements. In this role, the incumbent will work hand in hand with Planning Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, Quality, and Logistics to ensure that we are meeting our targets.

Job Description

• Directs engineering work for manufacturing engineers supporting the problem solving process for scrap reduction, cycle time reduction, and overall process improvements
• Supports continuous improvement activities to improve safety, quality and productivity for assigned areas of responsibility
• Responsible for budget planning for line improvement activities, builds business cases and manages spending according to plan
• Ensure the equipment OEE, rejects/FTT, and IDC (scrap cost) are meeting the business targets
• Support and ensure the operations team is able to meet their production targets
• Coordinates the engineering change process for the ER value stream in close collaboration with design engineering, quality engineering and logistics
• Create, manage and maintain high performance culture within the engineering team
• Participate and build international and national network within the company

Qualifications

Requirements

• Bachelors of Science in Engineering from an accredited institution with minimum 5 yrs. experience in a manufacturing or other relevant industry experience.
• Experience with assembly processes
• Strong management and leadership skills
• Strong presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Analytical problem solver; experience with RedX methodology or other problem solving tools

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans
Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization is not available.

*Bosch adheres to Federal, State, and Local laws regarding drug-testing. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Candidates who have been offered the position must pass both screenings before their start date.

Your well-being matters at Bosch! We offer a competitive compensation and a benefits package designed to empower you in every area of your life. We're investing in your success!

This includes:

• premium health coverage
• a 401(k) with generous matching
• resources for financial planning and goal setting
• ample paid time off
• parental leave
• comprehensive life and disability protection