Manufacturing Engineering Leader: Tooling, CNC & Lean

Wilson Tool Canada; White Bear Lake (MN); Hybride; USD 140 000 - 190 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Wilson Tool Canada in Minnesota seeks an Engineering & Manufacturing Leader to guide and develop approximately 20 professionals across Manufacturing Engineering, CNC Programming, and Tool Room teams. You will drive tooling design, manufacturing engineering, and production support to improve efficiency and quality.

The role emphasizes Lean/continuous improvement, ERP initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Quality, and R&D to deliver outstanding customer solutions and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing or industrial engineering.
• 10+ years of progressive engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.
• 10+ years of leadership experience managing engineering teams.
• Strong knowledge of precision manufacturing, tooling, CNC machining, manufacturing engineering, and production processes.

Responsabilités

• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop approximately 20 professionals in Manufacturing Engineering, CNC Programming, and Tool Room personnel.
• Provide technical leadership in tooling design, manufacturing engineering, machining processes, and production support.
• Partner with Operations to improve manufacturing efficiency, throughput, quality, safety, and cost.
• Support manufacturing engineering initiatives that optimize production flow, reduce waste, and improve equipment utilization.
• Drive engineering solutions that improve manufacturability while maintaining Wilson Tool’s industry-leading quality standards.
• Support engineering efforts across punch tooling, press brake tooling, specialty tooling, and precision machined components.
• Provide leadership for the CNC Programming Team responsible for CAD/CAM programming and manufacturing support.
• Establish programming standards that improve consistency, efficiency, and machining performance.
• Support implementation of advanced CAD/CAM technologies and programming best practices.
• Partner with Manufacturing to optimize CNC programming, machining strategies, and production efficiency.
• Direct Tool Room operations supporting production tooling, prototype development, fixture design, repairs, and continuous improvement.
• Prioritize work to meet production schedules, engineering projects, and customer commitments.
• Improve tooling processes, equipment utilization, and operational performance.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the Engineering Department.
• Support manufacturing automation, robotics, digital manufacturing, and Industry 4.0 initiatives where appropriate.
• Lead engineering participation in Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP enhancements and engineering process improvements.
• Utilize engineering performance metrics and data to improve decision making and operational results.
• Drive standardization of engineering documentation, processes, and best practices.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Operations, Quality, Sales, Product Management, Supply Chain, and R&D to deliver outstanding customer solutions.
• Provide technical expertise during customer visits, product reviews, and strategic business initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional teams in resolving complex engineering and manufacturing challenges.
• Build strong partnerships across Wilson Tool’s global operations.
• Attributes: Adaptability, Communication Skills, Safety Consciousness, Desire for Learning & Continuous Improvement, Reliability, Positive Attitude, Team Player, Problem-Solving Skills, Professionalism

Connaissances

Engineering leadership

Manufacturing engineering

CNC machining

Tooling design

Lean manufacturing

Cross-functional collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing or industrial engineering

Outils

CAD/CAM software

Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP

ERP systems

Description du poste

Wilson Tool Canada in Minnesota seeks an Engineering & Manufacturing Leader to guide and develop approximately 20 professionals across Manufacturing Engineering, CNC Programming, and Tool Room teams. You will drive tooling design, manufacturing engineering, and production support to improve efficiency and quality.

The role emphasizes Lean/continuous improvement, ERP initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Quality, and R&D to deliver outstanding customer solutions and