Manufacturing Engineering Manager

TE Connectivity's Manufacturing Engineering Teams are process leaders for stamping, molding or assembly-related topics, ensuring the processes are running at optimum levels for quality and output. They are experts in mold tooling, die tooling, machining, and assembly techniques, possessing extensive knowledge of the associated manufacturing processes which may include the optimization and standardization of stamping / molding / assembly or other processes within the manufacturing environment.

Overview:

We are looking for an Engineering Manager for our Mansfield, OH location with a proven background in managing a highly technical group of professional engineers and technicians. This position is within the Aerospace, Defense, and Marine business unit, and is responsible for supporting production across our Manufacturing Operation. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated to lead the continuous improvement efforts & develop business plans that support the growth of the operation. We are looking for a technical/business minded; professional that will take this operation to the next level.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for both the manufacturing and engineering resources within the value stream.
• Leads the engineering team that supports the value stream.
• Participates in daily meetings with the value stream team aimed at identifying and resolving process issues quickly.
• Conducts daily audits of the manufacturing processes to ensure all safety, quality, and process standards are being followed.
• Ensures that the processes run by the manufacturing team are performing at the designed efficiencies.
• Leads team to develop improvement plans and projects that will meet or exceed the TEOA targets
• Responsible for driving improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost through the use of the TEOA tools and philosophy.
• Responsible for capacity planning process and leads the implementation of new capacity when needed.
• Leads the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting process for the value stream.
• Communicates with customers on an as needed basis with regards to new and existing products.
• Works closely with the launch organization on the introduction of new products.
• Ensure that an effective communication system is in place through all levels of the value stream.
• Ensure that roles and expectations are clearly communicated throughout the entire value stream
• Responsible for hiring, performance management, employee development, leadership and motivation for engineers and technicians.
• Routinely make decisions to determine resource requirements, establish department projects and schedules, and resolve production problems in order to meet customer design, quality, delivery, and cost expectations.
• Facilitate capital equipment justification, specification, and procurement.

What your background should look like:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• 7 years applicable Die engineering experience, including supervision/management experience.
• Six Sigma Green Belt training (Black belt preferred).
• In-Depth knowledge of advanced manufacturing methods and systems
• Proficient in advanced problem-solving skills including statistical analysis
• Excellent Project Management Skills
• Strong computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, project management)
• Must be proficient in the English language

Competencies