Process Engineering Manager

Creation Technologies International; Village of Newark (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Creation Technologies International is seeking a Process Engineering Manager to lead and optimize engineering processes for CCAs and box assemblies at our New York site. The role drives continuous improvement, mentors engineers, and ensures safe, compliant operations while meeting production goals.

The ideal candidate has a strong electronics manufacturing background, 10+ years in the field, with at least 3 years in leadership, and a proven track record of implementing lean and Six Sigma

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with electronics/manufacturing focus.
• 10+ years in electronics manufacturing with 3+ years in engineering leadership.
• Aerospace/Defense and/or medical manufacturing experience for AD/Medical sites.
• Exceptional leadership and team-building capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to engineering teams across their discipline: foster collaboration, set clear goals, and mentor team members to enhance skills.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality in manufacturing processes.
• Follow the NPI framework to launch new products with cross-functional support.
• Manage and coordinate engineering projects from conception to deployment, ensuring alignment with budgets and timelines.
• Drive lean manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives to reduce waste and improve productivity.
• Oversee training and professional development of engineering staff to maintain industry relevance.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations across operations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and customers to align objectives and capabilities.
• Plan and manage engineering CAPEX and OPEX budgets; forecast needs and control expenditures.
• Lead integration and stabilization of new process technologies across production lines.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Continuous improvement

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Process Engineering Manager is a key leadership role at Creation Technologies, focused on overseeing and enhancing the engineering processes in Process Engineering, . This leadership level position is crucial for driving the execution of complex engineering tasks, managing a team of engineers, and ensuring the creation, configuration, and optimization of processes required to produce and/or test Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) and box assemblies. The role requires an agile leader who can apply deep industry knowledge to advance manufacturing services, drive continuous improvement, uphold the highest standards of quality and efficiency and maneuver resources to deliver on high priority tasks.

DIRECT REPORTS (if applicable):

Process Engineers and Process Technicians

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but not limited to:

• Provide leadership and direction to engineering teams across their discipline: Foster a collaborative work environment, set clear goals and expectations, and mentor team members to enhance their skills and career progression.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality in manufacturing processes: Formulate long-term objectives to streamline operations, incorporating advanced technologies and methodologies to improve process capabilities.
• Follow the NPI framework launch new product with support from cross functional teams.
• Manage and coordinate engineering projects: Oversee project life cycles from conception to deployment, ensuring projects align with business strategies and are delivered within budget and timelines.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering department: Initiate and lead programs that encourage innovative thinking and the adoption of new engineering practices to enhance product quality and manufacturing efficiency.
• Oversee the training and professional development of engineering staff: Design comprehensive training programs to upskill employees, ensuring they remain adept with industry advancements and regulatory changes.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations: Monitor operations to enforce adherence to international standards and safety guidelines, minimizing risks and ensuring a safe workplace.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including suppliers and customers: Engage regularly with external partners to align engineering objectives with customer needs and supply chain capabilities.
• Prepare and manage the engineering CAPEX and OPEX budget; forecast needs and control expenditures: Strategically allocate resources, monitor financial performance, and adjust budgets to maximize return on investment.
• Champion the use of lean manufacturing and six sigma techniques: Implement process improvements that reduce waste and variability in manufacturing processes while enhancing productivity.

Process Engineering Manager Specific:

• Leads the process engineering team at the site.
• Oversees process engineering tasks and activities with the support of Process Engineering team.
• Has strong knowledge of several of the PCBA and/or box build process, including but not limited to: SMT equipment, tooling, materials, and processes.
• Auto insertion, solder flow processes and cleaning processes
• Automated labelling, marking, conformal coating, potting and manual/auto assembly.
• Box build manufacturing techniques.
• Leads the design, implementation, qualification, and validation of new process technologies and equipment, ensuring seamless integration into production.
• Monitors and drives key performance indicators (KPIs) and analyzes data to identify and resolve systemic process and performance issues as needed.
• Oversee the optimization and standardization of engineering processes: Develop and refine engineering procedures to ensure consistency and high-quality outcomes across production lines.
• Lead the integration and stabilization of new process technologies: Evaluate and adopt new technologies that can enhance production capabilities, overseeing their integration into existing systems.
• Drive cross-departmental collaboration to align process engineering activities with broader company goals: Work closely with other engineering disciplines to ensure process enhancements support overall business objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education and Required Experience Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with a focus on electronics and manufacturing processes or equivalent industry or military training experience.
• Minimum of 10+ Years of progressive experience in electronics manufacturing or related industry including 3+ years in engineering management/leadership roles.
• Aerospace, Defense and/or medical manufacturing experience required for A&D/Medical MFG sites.
• Skills Required Exceptional leadersh