Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer Manager leads the Manufacturing Engineering team at the West Palm Beach, Florida facility.  The Manufacturing Engineer Manager is responsible for maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of all production related manufacturing equipment and processes to ensure the facility produces high quality products in a cost-effective manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and ongoing coaching to the Engineering team dedicated to supporting production.
• Establish objectives, schedules and priorities for Manufacturing Engineering activities.
• Plan and coordinate required resources for the Manufacturing Engineering team.
• Analyze and plan work force utilization, space requirements, workflow, and design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Define, propose, and implement capital equipment for process improvements.
• Lead and participate in multi-disciplinary problem-solving teams. Help determine and implement solutions.   
• Make product dependent process and flow presentations to customers.
• Maximize product quality and minimize product liability exposure by utilization of manufacturing technology and quality control.
• Develop efficient and quality-driven manufacturing processes for new products using Lean Manufacturing techniques.
• Manage and facilitate transition of new product from engineering to production as well as facility transfers and set up.
• Establish and maintain work instructions for new and existing products to optimize manufacturability.
• Establish and meet schedules for the introduction of new methods, new products or cost reductions. Review the engineering change and release activity.
• Maintain and Utilize Preventative Maintenance System for all Machines and Equipment on Site

 

Job Requirements

• BS in Engineering. Advanced degree preferred. 
• Minimum 8 years Manufacturing Engineering experience
• Minimum 5 years New Product Introduction experience
• Minimum 5 years leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interact well and coach team members
• Excellent computer skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with Lean manufacturing
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to travel up to 40% of the time

Times Microwave Systems is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.