Manufacturing Engineering Manager - PCBA/EMS (9/80)

Zaddy Solutions; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

Premium healthcare, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Professional development support

Job summary

Zaddy Solutions is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead the site’s manufacturing engineering team in a high-mix/low-volume PCBA/EMS environment.

You will drive SMT and through-hole processes, oversee NPI transitions, and push Lean initiatives to improve efficiency and quality on the factory floor. Strong leadership, project management, and deep IPC/MES knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5–8+ years in a high-mix/low-volume PCBA/EMS environment.
• 3+ years in leadership or management role.
• Deep knowledge of SMT line configurations, soldering metallurgy, IPC guidelines, and MES.
• Experience with regulated quality systems (ISO 9001/AS9100/ISO 13485).

Responsibilities

• Direct and develop Manufacturing and Process Engineers; manage budget and KPIs.
• Define and optimize PCBA manufacturing processes (SMT, reflow, selective/wave solder, conformal coating).
• Lead NPI from design to high-yield production; perform DFM reviews.
• Oversee capital equipment selection, installation, IQ/OQ/PQ, and robotics integration.
• Drive Lean & 5S initiatives to reduce scrap, cut cycle times, and eliminate waste.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

DFM

NPI

MES

IPC guidelines

Robotics

Project management

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Electrical Engineering

Tools

IQ/OQ/PQ

Automation equipment

SMT/PCBA tooling

Job description

Zaddy Solutions is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead the site’s manufacturing engineering team in a high-mix/low-volume PCBA/EMS environment.

You will drive SMT and through-hole processes, oversee NPI transitions, and push Lean initiatives to improve efficiency and quality on the factory floor. Strong leadership, project management, and deep IPC/MES knowledge are essential.