Manufacturing Engineering Team Lead – Lean & Safety

ThyssenKrupp Bilstein of America; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching program

Paid time off + 13 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement program

Gym reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted Bilstein products

Job summary

thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. in Hamilton, Ohio seeks a Team Leader for Manufacturing Engineering to guide daily operations, drive continuous improvement, and ensure safety, quality and efficiency in the manufacturing environment.

You will lead the manufacturing engineering team, coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, Product Engineering and Logistics, implement PFMEAs, develop work instructions, and manage budgets while training staff.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience managing a team and removing roadblocks.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles (6S, Kaizen, SMED, VSM).
• Proficient with MS Office and familiar with CAD software (2D & 3D).
• Strong project management skills with ability to track multiple projects and budgets.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specs.
• Analytical with data‑driven problem solving and root cause analysis.
• Experience with equipment qualification, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Bilstein production equipment and standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment by ensuring compliance with safety policies.
• Provide leadership to the manufacturing engineering team with clear goals.
• Lead continuous improvement projects focusing on process optimization and safety.
• Oversee layout and 6S adherence in the manufacturing area.
• Coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, Product Engineering and Logistics teams.
• Lead PFMEA development and other quality initiatives.
• Collaborate on project handoffs and operational readiness.
• Develop and maintain work instructions and training materials.
• Track budgets for projects and capital improvements.
• Lead improvements using OEE, MTTR, MTBF data and other metrics.
• Develop training programs for operators and technicians.
• Serve as the point of contact for new technologies and production techniques.
• Track and manage departmental KPIs.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Project management

CAD 2D/3D

Engineering drawings

Data analysis

Problem solving

Budget management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. in Hamilton, Ohio seeks a Team Leader for Manufacturing Engineering to guide daily operations, drive continuous improvement, and ensure safety, quality and efficiency in the manufacturing environment.

You will lead the manufacturing engineering team, coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, Product Engineering and Logistics, implement PFMEAs, develop work instructions, and manage budgets while training staff.