Manufacturing Engineering Manager: PCBA & EMS NPI Leader

The Keystone Distinction Group; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 Work Schedule

Healthcare, dental, and vision

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development support

Job summary

The Keystone Distinction Group seeks a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead our PCBA/EMS site, directing manufacturing engineering, optimizing SMT and through-hole lines, and guiding NPI from concept to full production. You’ll drive factory layout improvements and implement lean initiatives to raise efficiency.

This role requires 5–8+ years in high-mix/low-volume EMS, 3+ years in leadership, and expertise in SMT processes, IPC guidelines, and MES systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Mech/Industrial/Electrical).
• 5–8+ years in high-mix/low-volume PCBA EMS environment.
• 3+ years in leadership/managerial role.
• Deep knowledge of automated SMT lines, soldering metallurgy, IPC guidelines, MES.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or ISO 13485.

Responsibilities

• Lead the site's manufacturing engineering team and oversee budgets, projects, and KPIs.
• Define and improve PCBA manufacturing processes (SMT, reflow, selective/wave solder, conformal coating).
• Champion the NPI process from design to high-yield production and DFM reviews.
• Oversee selection, installation, and qualification of new equipment, robotics, and smart-factory tech.
• Drive Lean and 5S, reduce scrap, optimize cycle times, and eliminate waste.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Process optimization

NPI

DFM

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Root-cause analysis

MES

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Electrical Engineering

Tools

MES software

Automation equipment

Job description

The Keystone Distinction Group seeks a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead our PCBA/EMS site, directing manufacturing engineering, optimizing SMT and through-hole lines, and guiding NPI from concept to full production. You’ll drive factory layout improvements and implement lean initiatives to raise efficiency.

This role requires 5–8+ years in high-mix/low-volume EMS, 3+ years in leadership, and expertise in SMT processes, IPC guidelines, and MES systems.