Production Engineering Manager

DENSO; Maryville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DENSO in Maryville, TN is seeking a departmental leader to administer staffing and drive output. You will oversee short- and mid-term planning, align goals with the division, and manage budgets and policies.

This role requires strong problem solving, ownership of results, and ability to coordinate with multiple teams and stakeholders. Ideal candidates have a mechanical or industrial engineering background with 5+ years of professional experience and a proven track record in Production

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering (Mechanical or Industrial) or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Knowledge of Production Engineering policies, procedures and terms.

Responsibilities

• Provides day to day administration and management of department staffing and output.
• Responsible for short term 1-3 years, and mid-term 3-5 years planning and target setting.
• Develops departmental goals and objectives that align and support division and organization.
• Leads and monitors high level of activity (internal/external to department) under various conditions.
• Mentors staff, develops processes, and manages department budgets and policies.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Staff development

Time management

Problem solving

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering (Mechanical or Industrial) or related field

Job description

• Provides day to day administration and management of department staffing and output.
• Responsible for short term 1-3 years, and mid-term, 3-5 years long term planning and target setting.
• Develops departmental goals and objectives that align and support division and organization.
• Ability to lead, align and monitor high level of activity (internal/external to department) under a variety of conditions and constraints
• Ability to comprehend, issue and execute complex instructions and respond effectively while gaining desired results. Excellent problem-solving skills (Technical, Strategic, Administrative, Performance) with high attention to detail
• Must have high level of ownership for the output and results for managed Associates and Business Unit
• Responsible for setting and managing departmental budgets, both expense and capital.
• Responsible for and maintains departmental policies.
• Capable of developing and coaching team members to further support both personal and organizational growth.
• Possesses excellent time management skills and capable of managing multiple engineers and projects concurrently while obtaining optimal results.
• Facilitates and attends meetings and prepares reports as necessary.
• Capable of leading and supporting divisional and campus wide projects
• Relates and communicates well both verbally and written within all levels of the organization as well as with customers, and suppliers. Maintains good attendance and assumes the appropriate role (s) when working in a team environment. Responds appropriately to unexpected and / or continuing situations which develop in the work environment.
• Position may occasionally include domestic or international travel as well as some overtime. Occasional weekend or holiday work may be necessary at times.
• Ability to support manufacturing operations (Technical and Strategic) thru collaboration with Production as well as other support groups (Maintenance, PE, TIE, etc.)

Includes mentoring and developing their staff for the following items:

• Creation of specifications and process designs for new equipment, appropriate sourcing, deliberation of funds, ordering, installing, and confirmation of equipment for current and new products. This may include conducting feasibility studies, developing process control specifications, preparing or modifying equipment and tools, examining the implemented process and its capability, and confirming product quality.
• Development of processes for new products, based on design specifications and engineering changes, to detect and solve problems prior to the beginning of mass production.
• Preparation and presentation of design and procurement review material.
• Analyzing data from new product trials, and improvement plans.
• Relates well with others, including as appropriate with, peers, production associates and production CoC, engineering CoC, upper management, customers, and suppliers. Maintains good attendance and assumes the appropriate role (s) when working in a team environment. Responds appropriately to unexpected and / or continuing situations which develop in the work environment.

Required Qualifications:

*A resume is required to be considered for this position*

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering (Mechanical or Industrial) or a related degree.
• 5+ years of relevant, professional experience
• Knowledge of Production Engineering policies, procedures and terms