Lead Warehouse & Automation Engineering Manager

IHI Connectors; Reynolds (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

IHI Connectors, based in Reynolds, OH, seeks an engineering-minded manager to lead assembly and warehouse operations. You will supervise teams, improve processes, and ensure timely fulfillment of customer orders while maintaining quality and inventory accuracy.

Responsibilities include developing automated multi-spindle screw assembly capabilities, designing organizational systems, and training staff to sustain improvements. Strong hands-on skills and a systems mindset are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Must be detail-oriented, highly organized, disciplined, and manage time effectively.
• Demonstrated hands-on mechanical & electronics skills and ability.
• Proficient in 3D-CAD and common office software (Word, Outlook, Visio, Excel, SQL, Access).
• Familiar with Stepper Motors / Servo Systems, Linear Slides, and Controls Systems.
• Long-term problem solver and implementer.
• Willing to put in a 50-hour weekly average.

Responsibilities

• Manage the assembly and warehouse departments and the people who work there, including hiring, training, and performance management.
• Develop continuous improvements via systems, reports, software, hardware, automation, and procedures.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and components for warehouse and production.
• Maintain and improve inventory systems and perform annual physical inventory.
• Operate and maintain computers, scales, and other equipment in warehouse/assembly.
• Ensure orders ship on time per customer requirements and system specs.
• Create and maintain clear written work instructions and procedures.
• Regularly audit people, files, systems, and processes for efficiency and accuracy.
• Foster collaboration with QC to keep product moving at acceptable quality.
• Oversee the maintenance technician responsible for building/assembly upkeep.
• Train successors to fulfill duties in your absence.
• Contribute to long-term department improvements.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Hands-on mechanical & electronics

Problem solving

Work ethic (50h/week)

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D-CAD

Word

Outlook

Visio

Excel

SQL

Access

Stepper motors

Servo systems

Job description

IHI Connectors, based in Reynolds, OH, seeks an engineering-minded manager to lead assembly and warehouse operations. You will supervise teams, improve processes, and ensure timely fulfillment of customer orders while maintaining quality and inventory accuracy.

Responsibilities include developing automated multi-spindle screw assembly capabilities, designing organizational systems, and training staff to sustain improvements. Strong hands-on skills and a systems mindset are required.