Manufacturing Engineering Manager pcba ems HOT

Job Juncture; Johnstown (Cambria County); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Healthcare options

401(k) matching

Résumé du poste

Job Juncture seeks an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager for its Windber, PA area site. You will lead the manufacturing engineering team on SMT and through-hole lines, overseeing NPI transitions to high-yield production and optimizing factory layouts.

The role emphasizes lean initiatives, Six Sigma, and capital equipment projects to elevate efficiency. The position is full-time, exempt, on-site with a competitive base salary and annual bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–8+ years in a high-mix/low-volume PCBA EMS environment.
• At least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Deep knowledge of modern automated SMT line configurations, advanced soldering metallurgy, IPC guidelines, and MES.
• Familiarity with regulated quality systems: ISO 9001, AS9100, ISO 13485.
• Competitive base salary plus annual bonus eligibility.

Responsabilités

• Direct, motivate, and develop a team of Manufacturing and Process Engineers; oversee budgets and KPIs.
• Define, analyze, and improve PCBA manufacturing processes (SMT lines, reflow, selective solder, wave solder, conformal coating).
• Champion the NPI process to ensure smooth transition from client design to high-yield production with robust DFM reviews.
• Lead selection, installation, and qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) of new equipment, robotics, and smart-factory tech.
• Drive Lean & 5S culture to reduce scrap, optimize cycle times, and eliminate waste.

Connaissances

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

NPI process

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Outils

MES

Robotics

Automation tools

Description du poste

Salary: $120,000 - $160,000 per year

Location: Johnstown, PA

Posted: October 16 2026

Relocation Assistance: Not Available

Manufacturing Engineering Manager with EMS contract Electronic Manufacturing Services and SMT PCBA experience.

Manufacturing Engineering Manager – PCBA & EMS

Position Title: Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Location: Windber, PA Area (On-Site)
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Company Overview

Our client is an elite, globally positioned Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider. Known for handling high-complexity, high-reliability products, they partner with leading companies in the medical device, defense, aerospace, and advanced energy sectors. Operating out of a state-of-the-art facility in Western Pennsylvania, they combine cutting-edge automated assembly technology with a collaborative, employee-centric workplace culture.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead our site's manufacturing engineering team. This critical role oversees the processes, systems, and advanced robotics that drive high-velocity Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and through-hole production lines. You will lead the transition of new products from introduction (NPI) to full-scale manufacturing, optimizing factory floor layout, implementing lean initiatives, and elevating operational efficiency.

Core Responsibilities

• Leadership & Mentorship: Direct, motivate, and develop a team of Manufacturing and Process Engineers. Oversee department budget, project prioritization, and key performance metrics (KPIs).
• Process Optimization: Define, analyze, and continuously improve complex PCBA manufacturing processes (including SMT lines, reflow soldering, selective solder, wave soldering, and conformal coating).
• New Product Introduction (NPI): Champion the NPI process to guarantee a smooth transition from client design to high-yield production, ensuring robust Design for Manufacturing (DFM) reviews.
• Capital Equipment & Automation: Spearhead the selection, installation, and qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) of new manufacturing equipment, robotics, and smart-factory technology.
• Lean & 5S Culture: Drive Continuous Improvement initiatives leveraging Lean Manufacturing methodologies, Six Sigma tools, and root-cause analysis to reduce scrap, optimize cycle times, and eliminate process waste.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience: Minimum of 5–8+ years of engineering experience inside a high-mix/low-volume PCBA manufacturing or EMS environment, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial capacity.
• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of modern automated SMT line configurations, advanced soldering metallurgy, IPC guidelines, and manufacturing execution systems (MES).
• Compliance Standards: Strong familiarity with regulated quality systems (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100, or ISO 13485).
• Highly competitive base salary, plus annual bonus eligibility based on performance.
• 9/80 Work Schedule (Work 80 hours in 9 days and get alternating Fridays off).
• Premium healthcare, dental, and vision insurance options.
• 401(k) retirement plan featuring an excellent employer matching program.
• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and professional development support.