Manufacturing Engineering Manager pcba ems HOT

Sora Resource Group; Johnstown (Cambria County); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

9/80 schedule

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Professional development

Résumé du poste

Sora Resource Group in Windber, PA (On-Site) is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead the EMS PCBA manufacturing team and steer NPI toward high-yield production.

You will optimize SMT/through-hole processes, drive Lean + 5S, manage capital equipment and robotics, and champion DFMs with ISO/AS quality standards in a high-mix EMS environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering.
• 5–8+ years in PCBA EMS with high-mix/low-volume production.
• 3+ years in leadership or managerial roles.
• Knowledge of SMT lines, IPC guidelines, and MES.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001/AS9100/ISO 13485 quality systems.

Responsabilités

• Lead Manufacturing and Process Engineers; manage budgets and KPIs.
• Optimize PCBA manufacturing including SMT, reflow, wave solder, coating.
• Drive NPI to high-yield production with robust DFM reviews.
• Oversee equipment, robotics, IQ/OQ/PQ; implement smart-factory tech.
• Promote Lean and 5S to reduce scrap and cycle times.

Connaissances

Leadership

Process optimization

NPI

DFM

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

KPI management

Quality systems

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Outils

MES

Description du poste

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).

Compensation & Perks

• 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.