Manufacturing Engineering Leader: Lean, Automation & 2-Shift Ops

Kids for the Future; Byron Township (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to oversee process design, tooling, and maintenance for a low-volume, high-mix production environment. The role drives continuous improvement, capacity planning, and equipment reliability across shifts.

You will lead a team of engineers, technicians, and maintenance staff, partnering with Quality and Lean to deliver reliable processes and scalable growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years’ experience in manufacturing engineering in low-volume, high-mix environments.
• Directly managed both engineering/technical staff and a maintenance organization.
• Experience in lean manufacturing principles and methodologies.
• Experience with advanced manufacturing technologies and automation.
• Ability to lead through multi-shift operation and organizational change.

Responsibilities

• Own process design, work instructions, tooling, fixturing, and layout for a low-volume, high-mix environment.
• Lead capacity planning and process capability work to support manufacturing and launches.
• Drive continuous improvement and lean initiatives in partnership with Lean.
• Own root cause analysis and permanent corrective action for chronic issues with Quality.
• Manage capital project scoping, justification, and implementation for improvements.
• Explore and implement advanced manufacturing techniques and Industry 4.0 concepts.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Manufacturing engineering

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing/industrial engineering

Job description

Kids for the Future is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to oversee process design, tooling, and maintenance for a low-volume, high-mix production environment. The role drives continuous improvement, capacity planning, and equipment reliability across shifts.

You will lead a team of engineers, technicians, and maintenance staff, partnering with Quality and Lean to deliver reliable processes and scalable growth.