Remote Manufacturing Engineering Manager - High Tech

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; McMinnville (OR); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Physics Technologies in McMinnville, OR is seeking a hands-on Manager of Manufacturing Engineering to lead a team of engineers and technicians supporting high-tech electron-optics production. You will drive process improvements, ensure equipment qualification, and maintain quality compliance in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a 7+ year background in manufacturing engineering, a Bachelor’s in a core engineering field, and proven leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Materials Engineering required.
• 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in high-tech, precision, or regulated industries.
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing engineers/technicians.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 7 manufacturing engineers and technicians.
• Drive process and cost improvements to yield, throughput, and efficiency.
• Oversee equipment qualification, preventive maintenance, and calibration programs.
• Ensure compliance with internal quality systems and external regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing engineering

Process development

Quality systems

Root cause analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Communication

Project management

Equipment qualification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Materials Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

ISO 9001/13485/AS9100

Job description

Applied Physics Technologies in McMinnville, OR is seeking a hands-on Manager of Manufacturing Engineering to lead a team of engineers and technicians supporting high-tech electron-optics production. You will drive process improvements, ensure equipment qualification, and maintain quality compliance in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a 7+ year background in manufacturing engineering, a Bachelor’s in a core engineering field, and proven leadership.