Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Keystone Distinction Group; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Distinction Group is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager in Gastonia, North Carolina. This role requires management of program activities and new product launches while overseeing the engineering team. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree and have experience in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.

The manager will ensure compliance with safety regulations and lead initiatives to improve process quality and performance. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience in precision stamping or molding preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills and decision-making ability.
• Results-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee program activities for the plant.
• Lead and motivate a team of Engineers.
• Develop and maintain process standards.
• Manage engineering budgets and ensure compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Team leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Communication skills

Decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree (BS or BA)

Job description

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager will manage and oversee all current program activities for the plant as well as any upcoming launches.

Responsibilities

• Manages, motivates, and leads team of Engineers ensuring appropriate direction, training, and evaluation.
• Engineering Manager is responsible for building the Engineering budget and ensuring it’s met.
• Managing all cost and manpower on projects.
• Responsible for new product launches.
• Develops and maintains the process standards in which all parts are manufactured.
• Responsible for the development and improvement of the Engineering processes, structure, performance, etc.
• Specifies project management.
• Manages exploration of new materials and processes in order to achieve the best quality, process, and reliability.
• Maintains documentation closely following necessary timeliness on specific projects.
• Leads the engineering team in continuous improvement initiatives resulting in cost-reductions and customer give backs.
• Responsible for understanding design and engineering requirements on development programs, and ensuring that engineering disciplines are followed.
• Define and manage fixed and capital budgets.
• Strong shop floor experience in mfg / mechanical / process engineering - shop floor level.
• Manage performance of direct reports.
• Follows safety regulations and enforces compliance with company safety rules and regulations.

Education and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree (BS or BA) is required.
• Precision stamping or molding experience preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks effectively.
• Effectively and professionally communicate.
• Solid understanding of Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing methodologies and proven track record of implementation.
• Strong interpersonal skills and decision making ability.
• Ability to motivate a team environment, help drive results, and delegate authority to subordinate personnel.
• Excellent communications skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate to a diverse audience (customers, suppliers, employees).
• Results oriented approach.
• Effective leadership, management and development of direct reports.