* Manufacturing Engineering Manager - Military veterans preferred

Description:

Exempt

Full-time

Position Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Manager, Manufacturing Engineering to lead a team of engineers and technicians in supporting both new and legacy product manufacturing. This role is critical in driving technical problem-solving, process optimization, and strategic alignment with company goals in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment and fosters a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
This role partners cross-functionally with Lean/CI, Product Development, Quality, and Facilities teams to build scalable and sustainable manufacturing capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing Engineering Leadership

• Lead all manufacturing engineering activities to support operational goals in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Utilize Lean and Continuous Improvement methodologies to enhance throughput, reduce defects, and improve product quality and reliability.
• Benchmark and implement best-in-class manufacturing and assembly practices to improve cycle times and reduce costs.
• Own and manage documentation for item routings, work instructions, and process flows.

Capital & Footprint Strategy

• Support the development and execution of capital expenditure plans aligned with business needs.
• Manage capital projects within budget and timeline constraints.
• Contribute to product movement and site optimization initiatives as part of the company's broader footprint strategy.

New Product Introduction (NPI) & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Product Development to ensure Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFM/DFA) principles are applied during NPI.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new products into manufacturing.

Team Development & Technical Excellence

• Recruit, lead, and develop a high-performing team of manufacturing engineers and technicians.
• Drive structured problem-solving approaches (e.g., A3PS, value engineering, variance reduction).
• Foster technical and professional growth to build long-term team capability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or Technical Management (master's preferred).
• 7–10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing engineering or operations; high-mix, low-volume manufacturing preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience managing or leading technical teams.
• Strong background in manual and automated assembly processes for electro-mechanical products.
• Proven application of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Fluent in SolidWorks, PDM, ERP systems, and BI tools.
• Excellent project management and prioritization skills in dynamic environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop technical teams in a continuous improvement culture.

Key Competencies

• Manufacturing Process Optimization
• Lean / Six Sigma / CI Leadership
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Capital Planning & Execution
• Team Development & Coaching
• Strategic Problem Solving

Physical/Mental Essential Functions:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business documents and manuals
• Ability to interact / communicate effectively with customers, employees, and external personal
• Effectively communicate in English orally and in writing.
• Ability to identify, communicate, and help prevent potential problems
• Ability to solve practical problems
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Ability to deal with time sensitive situations on an ongoing basis
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be efficient with strong attention to detail
• Ability to meet frequent project deadlines
• Ability to negotiate, motivate, redirect or convince others
• Ability to make quick accurate decisions
• Ability to train others
• Ability to supervise employees

Work Conditions:

• Work in an office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Some areas are narrow and difficult to maneuver.

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice as assigned by the Manager. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment, and the position remains at-will.

Dwyer Instruments Inc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, and protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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