Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Carrier; Minnesota; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrier is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager in Minnesota to lead a team focused on improving manufacturing processes and productivity. The candidate will oversee project management and ensure that projects meet goals within budget.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and over 4 years of experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering. Strong leadership skills and experience with Lean Manufacturing practices are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• 4+ years’ experience in manufacturing engineering and/or industrial engineering.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of engineers to improve manufacturing efficiency and productivity.
• Create and execute the Productivity Improvement Program.
• Use project management skills for planning and budget management.

Job description

Carrier is the leading global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions with a world-class, diverse workforce with business segments covering HVAC, refrigeration, and fire and security. We make modern life possible by delivering safer, smarter and more sustainable services that make a difference to people and our planet while revolutionizing industry trends. This is why we come to work every day. Join us and we can make a difference together.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the activities of a team of engineers who design manufacturing processes and specifications that will improve the efficiency and productivity of the organization’s manufacturing operations.
• Responsible for the Productivity Improvement Program creation and execution.
• Uses highly developed technical knowledge and project management skills for project planning budget management, and methodology development to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to defined goals.
• Coordinates the preparation of business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets, and the financial terms and conditions of contracts to ensure that progress and performance can be tracked.
• Responsible for the implementation of NPI
• Establishes design concepts, manufacturing process criteria, product specifications, and other components impacting manufacturing engineering.
• Directs recruitment, placement, and evaluation of Manufacturing engineering staff and their work products to ensure the effective deployment of talent.
• Oversees the functional management of direct reports including but not limited to career development and succession planning to meet the organization's needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 4+ years’ experience in manufacturing engineering and/or industrial engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills
• Lean Manufacturing-Six Sigma-Kaizen-5S experience is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of ISO and operations management best practices.
• Demonstrates a balance of robust analytical, written, and verbal communications skill.
• Must possess proven project management skills, process improvement skills, applied computer technology (MRP/DRP, etc.)