Manufacturing Engineering Manager: Lead Lean, NPI & CI

East West Manufacturing Llc

Vancouver (WA)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Vexos in Vancouver, WA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead and develop the manufacturing engineering function for efficient, high-quality production. You will partner with Operations, Quality, Program Management, and customers to drive improvements, support NPI, and ensure regulatory compliance.

You will drive Lean initiatives, manage ECO/ECN processes, analyze workflows and capacity, and establish KPIs.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
10–15+ years of experience in Manufacturing (EMS preferred).
3-8+ years leadership experience managing engineering or manufacturing teams.
Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and process optimization.
Experience with NPI, ECN processes, and quality systems.
Familiarity with IPC standards, ISO requirements, and regulatory compliance.
Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing databases.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the Manufacturing Engineering team, ensuring training, performance, and accountability.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives including Lean Manufacturing and 5S implementation.
Partner with Quality, Operations, and Program Management to ensure efficient and compliant production processes.
Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, including risk assessments and process development.
Oversee Engineering Change Order (ECO/ECN) processes and assess product/process impacts.
Analyze production workflows, staffing needs, and capacity planning to optimize efficiency.
Establish and monitor KPIs and implement statistical process control methods.
Support CAPA processes, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
Provide technical expertise on IPC, J-STD, and electronics manufacturing standards.
Review manufacturability, cost, and resource estimates for customer quotes.
Coordinate equipment planning, selection, validation, and facility layout optimization.
Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders on material specifications and compliance (i.e. RoHS).
Serve as a key problem-solving resource for production and customer-related inquiries.