Manufacturing Engineering Manager — Lead Process Improvements

Sigil Partners; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Sigil Partners in the Greater Sioux Falls area is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead the Manufacturing Engineering department, align with production goals, and drive improvements across processes and tooling.

The role requires strong supervisory experience, plant/industrial engineering knowledge, and a track record of cost-reduction initiatives. This onsite position offers relocation assistance and a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Management or equivalent experience in manufacturing engineering.
• 5–7 years of supervisory experience within a manufacturing or related industrial environment.
• Thorough working knowledge of plant engineering, industrial engineering, and manufacturing tooling.
• Experience evaluating manufacturing processes for feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and operational improvements.
• Knowledge of engineering change processes, manufacturing routings, and production standards.
• Experience overseeing manufacturing engineering projects, equipment investments, and tooling activities.
• Familiarity with ISO quality standards and manufacturing compliance requirements.
• Experience coordinating with cross-functional departments, including manufacturing, production, engineering, and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and coordinate all activities within the Manufacturing Engineering department, ensuring alignment with production and operational objectives.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes for cost-effectiveness, feasibility, and operational efficiency before and after engineering releases to manufacturing.
• Coordinate engineering releases and changes, including manufacturing routings, establishing standards, and ensuring appropriate follow-up.
• Collaborate with senior manufacturing and R&D leadership to establish project priorities and implement cost-reduction initiatives.
• Maintain detailed documentation related to engineering projects, manufacturing improvements, and cost-reduction activities.
• Investigate, evaluate, justify, purchase, and track company assets, including manufacturing equipment and tooling.
• Oversee tooling construction and development, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely completion.
• Direct departmental engineering programs and activities to support manufacturing requirements.
• Support ongoing ISO certification efforts, ensuring compliance with established quality standards and procedures.
• Plan and coordinate plant layouts, facility expansions, and modifications, including managing outside contractors and overseeing construction activities.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, ensuring expenditures remain aligned with approved financial objectives.
• Ensure compliance with established environmental management system (EMS) policies, procedures, and requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Process improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Management or equivalent

Job description

Sigil Partners in the Greater Sioux Falls area is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead the Manufacturing Engineering department, align with production goals, and drive improvements across processes and tooling.

The role requires strong supervisory experience, plant/industrial engineering knowledge, and a track record of cost-reduction initiatives. This onsite position offers relocation assistance and a competitive compensation package.