Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Webasto Americas; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health coverage for you and yourfamily

Vacation days

Wellness time and holidays

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Webasto Americas seeks a Manufacturing Manager in Lexington, KY to lead and develop a team of engineers and maintenance professionals, driving performance through process optimization and reliable operations.

You will lead capital projects, new product launches, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with safety standards and company policies.

We offer competitive pay, good health coverage, generous vacation, wellness time, holidays, and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• 5-7+ years of manufacturing and/or maintenance leadership experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably automotive.
• Previous supervisory experience leading engineers, technicians, or maintenance personnel, with a demonstrated ability to develop high-performing teams.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, automation, PLCs/HMIs, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, project management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to drive operational and business results through cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Manufacturing Engineers and Maintenance professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and performance management for up to 7 direct reports
• Drive manufacturing performance through process optimization, equipment reliability improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support production operations by ensuring efficient manufacturing processes, maintenance strategies, and technical problem resolution
• Lead new product launches, capital projects, equipment installations, and production readiness activities
• Monitor and analyze KPIs related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, uptime, and maintenance performance, implementing corrective actions as needed
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve manufacturing standards, preventive maintenance programs, and operational excellence
• Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, safety standards, and audit expectations while supporting employee training and development

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Mechatronics

Tools

PLCs/HMIs

Automation

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Job description

Make individual mobility more enjoyable and sustainable by advancing technology and people

– As one of the top 100 automotive suppliers worldwide, Webasto actively shapes the transformation of the industry through expertise and forward-thinking solutions. Our goal is to make mobility a full sensory experience, working toward more comfort, wind in your hair, the perfect temperature in any season, and driving with a clear conscience – for a safe and sustainable future. We bring joy to mobility – are you in?

You can look forward to these exciting tasks

• Lead and develop a team of Manufacturing Engineers and Maintenance professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and performance management for up to 7 direct reports
• Drive manufacturing performance through process optimization, equipment reliability improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support production operations by ensuring efficient manufacturing processes, maintenance strategies, and technical problem resolution
• Lead new product launches, capital projects, equipment installations, and production readiness activities
• Monitor and analyze KPIs related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, uptime, and maintenance performance, implementing corrective actions as needed
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve manufacturing standards, preventive maintenance programs, and operational excellence
• Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, safety standards, and audit expectations while supporting employee training and development

This is what you bring to us

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Mechatronics, or a related technical field
• 5-7+ years of manufacturing and/or maintenance leadership experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably automotive
• Previous supervisory experience leading engineers, technicians, or maintenance personnel, with a demonstrated ability to develop high-performing teams
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, automation, PLCs/HMIs, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Excellent leadership, communication, project management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to drive operational and business results through cross-functional collaboration

What we offer you

• Competitive pay
• Health coverage for you and your family
• Generous number of vacation days each year
• Paid wellness time and 14 paid company holidays
• 401(k) with company match

Applications from qualified individuals with disabilities are expressly welcome.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Webasto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status.