Manufacturing Engineering Manager

The Shyft Group, Inc.; Landisville (PA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager position at Aebi Schmidt Group in Landisville, PA is a regular, salary-exempt role offering a range of responsibilities from lean process development to cost reduction and safety improvements. You will lead teams across facilities to implement standard lean processes and drive continuous improvement, with a focus on quality, cost, and cycle time.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in related roles, strong leadership, and experience with P&L impacts, plus

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years related experience with 3+ years as an operations leader.
• Experience managing a P&L and lean manufacturing impact on financials.
• Exposure to Toyota Production System or similar environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams to develop lean, world-class manufacturing processes.
• Evaluate tools and equipment options to reduce costs.
• Develop and maintain safe, productive manufacturing layouts.
• Drive continuous improvement and waste elimination across facilities.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Problem solving

DMAIC/DFSS

Communication

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical / Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Manufacturing Engineering Manager | Landisville, PA

Regular Employee | Salary Exempt | $110,000.00 - 120,000.00

What you'll do:

SUMMARY:
The Manufacturing Engineering Manager position is responsible for implementing lean manufacturing principals across the company's facilities. The person is also responsible for the development of lean, highly efficient, world class manufacturing processes, developing new factories and layouts, and driving continuous improvement in areas of cost, quality, safety, lead time, and use of working capital

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead teams to develop safe, lean, highly efficient, world class manufacturing processes
• Support all company facility manufacturing teams to implement common manufacturing processes and share best practices
• Development/execution of project planning of significant projects at the various company sites
• Evaluate tools and equipment options that will reduce cost in the operation
• Seek approval for investments in machinery, equipment, and buildings (new and/or modified) to include building construction that will improve manufacturing/assembly operations
• Work in conjunction with product teams, production control, purchasing, manufacturing and other departments to optimize factory efficiency in support of lean operations
• Implement and support lean manufacturing principles such as visual controls, pull inventory systems, workplace organization, and continuous improvement
• Provide manufacturing technical support for production operations, which includes tooling, fixturing and process troubleshooting utilizing new and existing systems and procedures
• Support lean events
• Drive continuous improvement and eliminate waste in all manufacturing facilities
• Assist with plant layouts
• Develop, implement, and maintain processes, procedures, and programs to improve safety, productivity, and profitability
• Provide management with project status updates, feedback, and appropriate reporting on selected projects through the project tracking system and management/project reviews
• Lead, communicate, and coach to cultivate a motivated associate environment of trust, teamwork, accountability, self-confidence, and business ownership
• Drive improvements in quality, warranty, master scheduling and continuous improvement/safety process systems that drive the company's business strategy
• Supports with other leaders' appropriate organizational changes and interventions
• Actively lead teams and provide individual contribution in problem solving efforts on selected projects to improve quality, reduce cost and improve cycle time, scrap, rework, etc.
• Prepare all required reports and correspondence
• Develop, implement, and monitor project budgets and manages expenses within approved budget constraints
• Identify, document, and implement opportunities for continuous improvement
• Stay up to date on overall activities of the team, identify problem areas and take corrective actions
• Communicate with and assist cross-functional teams (engineering, materials, purchasing, sales, etcetera) to resolve issues
• Other tasks as assigned

What you need to be successful:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical / Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering (Master's degree preferred)
• Minimum of 10 years related experience, including at least three years as an operations leader
• Experience managing a P&L and understanding the impact of lean manufacturing tools on the P&L
• Experience across several functions of the value stream (sales, engineering, purchasing, manufacturing)
• Leadership Talent: Demonstrates emotional competence, presence, energy, passion, edge, humility, adaptability; Be a negotiator and influencer; Effectively work in a matrixed organization
• Experience working with a low volume/high variation manufacturing operation and in a Toyota Production System type environment, or equivalent, preferred
• Knowledge of CNC machining, fabrication, paint, assembly, construction, and lean
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
• Innovative team player
• Intermediate computer skills are required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer aided design systems (SolidWorks and AutoCAD preferred)
• Sound judgment with the ability to make timely, and sometimes difficult, decisions
• Versatile, flexible, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities
• Able to function in a collaborative environment, using solid teamwork and interpersonal skills; Able to communicate and persuade internal customers, employees, and management at all levels and thrive in a cross-functional environment.
• Demonstrate ability to bring the benefits of DMAIC and DFSS to solve business issues while also managing costs and risk.
• Ability to communicate with and understand the needs of non-technical internal customers
• Excellent communication skills (written & verbal)
• Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart information to a range of customers

Why Aebi Schmidt Group?

Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That's why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance-so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan
• Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
• Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care

At Aebi Schmidt Group, we don't just offer benefits-we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!

Who we are:

The Aebi Schmidt Group is a global leader in intelligent solutions for customers who care for clean and safe infrastructure and cultivate challenging grounds. At Aebi Schmidt USA, we are proud to offer a wide range of high-quality products designed specifically for your unique needs. Our global product brands bring you an exceptional variety of equipment for both summer and winter maintenance, airport operations, and agricultural technology. From sweepers and trailers to spreaders and snowplows, we have a custom solution to help you tackle any challenge. Our dedicated workforce is committed to helping you achieve economic, safe, and efficient solutions that improve your performance and overcome any obstacle. Our mission at Aebi Schmidt Group is to go beyond individual projects and strive for total solutions. We believe in providing you with comprehensive and integrated systems that enable efficient and effective operations. Whether you're behind the wheel of a snowplow truck in winter, cleaning the streets in summer, keeping airport runways clear, or hauling rental equipment on a trailer, we have a custom solution to help you overcome any challenge that the environment might throw at you.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Aebi Schmidt Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at [e-mail].

Aebi Schmidt Group is an E-Verify Employer

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