Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Pfannenberg; Village of Lancaster (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfannenberg, a global leader in Thermal Management and Liquid Cooling Solutions, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager. This position involves driving process improvement, managing projects, and collaborating across departments. Candidates should possess a strong engineering background and exhibit leadership skills to foster innovation in manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment in an engineering capacity.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 regulations desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop new manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Oversee execution of manufacturing projects on time and within budget.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and increase productivity.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Manufacturing Experience

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

4-year degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

NOTE: Pfannenberg is currently located on Ward Road in Lancaster, NY and will be moving to Alden, NY end of 2025 beginning of 2026.

This position is not remote.

About Us

Pfannenberg is a Global Manufacturer of Thermal Management, Liquid Cooling Solutions and Signaling Technologies. Founded in 1954 and headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, we specialize in thermal management, liquid cooling solutions, and signaling technologies designed to protect people, machines, and the environment.

With a global presence including North America, Europe, Asia, and South America, we provide reliable and efficient products to diverse industrial sectors.

As a Manufacturing Engineering Manager, you will work to drive process improvement and to introduce new processes and new equipment. You might help conduct make/buy analysis, work in facilities planning, introduce new products, or plan future projects. While working in this cross-functional role, you will interface with many different departments in Pfannenberg, including engineering, quality, purchasing, planning, logistics, and production to coordinate the release of new products, sustain the production of existing products, or conduct failure analysis of returned projects. This role requires a “can-do” attitude, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.

What You’ll Do

• Develop new manufacturing processes and equipment to meet market/manufacturing demands
• Oversee execution of manufacturing projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
• Design, validate and commission new production equipment and tooling, monitor modifications and upgrades, and troubleshoot existing processes
• Automate manual processes
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve quality and increase productivity
• Use data to identify, design, and implement internal process improvements
• Utilize Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other methodologies to improve manufacturing operation
• Assist in risk assessment for the health and safety of company staff
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including Operations, R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain, to ensure smooth production ramp-up for new products
• Collaborate with suppliers to improve material quality and to negotiate cost-effective solutions
• Mentor, support and train junior engineers and manufacturing staff
• Stay abreast of technological advancements and industry trends to drive innovation within the manufacturing processes
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Required Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering or a related technical field
• 5-8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment in an engineering capacity
• Demonstrated technical leadership skills and project management ability with an expertise in manufacturing
• Personal experience with manufacturing hardware via any means (machining, fabrication, soldering, assembly, etc.) Work on personal or extracurricular projects is a plus.
• A strong passion for manufacturing and a thirst for continuous improvement
• Interpersonal skills to effectively work with other team members
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with ERP systems (SAP), SolidWorks and Product Data Management (PDM)

• Hands-on involvement in manufacturing
• Microsoft Office project management software; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Knowledge or familiarity of JI, and cell manufacturing principles
• Knowledge or familiarity of standard costing, routing and Bill of Material development
• Knowledge or familiarity with ISO 9001 regulations desirable.
• Problem solving and decision-making abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong Listening, oral and written communication skills

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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