Plant Engineering Manager

Stellantis; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis in Kokomo, Indiana seeks a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead the ME team for engine programs, guiding development and launch of processes that meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. The role includes cost studies, investment assessments, and standardization of processes and equipment, with responsibility to implement World Class Technology and collaborate with global teams.

The ME Manager will maintain strong relationships with Saltillo counterparts and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or technical equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years manufacturing experience.
• Minimum 5 years progressive engineering experience.
• Must be able to work and interact with all levels of the organization.
• Must have strong oral, written, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to implement WCT principles.
• Ability to lead effectively in a bargaining unit environment.
• Strong knowledge in the implementation of Safety, PM, and Launch Domain.
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement methods and tools.
• Strong skills in resolving complex issues affecting overall operations.
• Knowledge of cost studies and strategic planning a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead all Manufacturing Engineering for Engine programs and guide the Engineering team to develop and launch processes that meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Perform assessments for process changes and related investment requirements for cost studies.
• Develop and improve process and equipment standards.
• Lead the deployment of World Class Technology (WCT) tools and methodologies.
• Support the Engine Manufacturing Plant in Kokomo, IN while coordinating with Engine ME counterparts in Saltillo, MX and Global COC initiatives.

Skills

Engineering leadership

WCT principles

Cost studies experience

Safety/PM/Launch Domain

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

The Manufacturing Engineering (ME) Manager is responsible for leading all Manufacturing Engineering for Engine programs. Their primary role is to guide their Engineering team to develop and launch processes that meet all objectives for safety, quality, delivery, and cost, for both new model and adaptation programs. This also includes performing assessments for process changes and related investment requirements for cost studies and development/improvement of process and equipment standards. Other responsibilities are to lead their team in the implementation of World Class Technology (WCT) methodology, supporting all activities including deployment of advanced WCT tools. The ME Manager will support the Engine Manufacturing Plant located in Kokomo, Indiana while maintaining a relationship with Engine ME counterparts in Saltillo, Mexico as well as support of Global COC initiatives.

Location(s)

Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or technical equivalent
• Minimum 10 years manufacturing experience
• Minimum 5 years progressive engineering experience
• Must be able to work and interact with all levels of the organization
• Must have strong oral, written, presentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to implement WCT principles
• Ability to lead effectively in a bargaining unit environment
• Strong knowledge in the implementation of Safety, PM, and Launch Domain
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement methods and tools
• Strong skills in resolving complex issues affecting overall operations
• Knowledge of cost studies and strategic planning a plus

Employment Type

Full-time

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.