Manufacturing & Design Engineering Manager
Litchfield, MN | $90,000-$100,000 | Direct Hire | 100% Onsite
Konik is partnering with a manufacturing organization in the plastics industry seeking a Manufacturing & Design Engineering Manager to lead product development, engineering design, manufacturing support, and quality improvement initiatives.
Manufacturing & Design Engineering Manager Responsibilities
- Lead new product development from concept and design through prototyping, testing, and production implementation.
- Design and develop molds, mechanical components, and product enhancements using SolidWorks 2D/3D modeling.
- Manage engineering projects, including schedules, technical documentation, design reviews, bills of materials, cost estimates, and product specifications.
- Partner with Manufacturing and Quality teams to troubleshoot production issues, investigate defects, implement corrective actions, and improve product performance.
- Evaluate product designs for manufacturability, material efficiency, performance, and cost reduction opportunities.
- Provide technical support to customers, suppliers, and Sales, including reviewing specifications, developing solutions, and participating in design reviews.
- Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other process improvement methodologies.
- Supervise and develop Engineering and Quality team members while coordinating cross-functional project activities.
Manufacturing & Design Engineering Manager Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
- 5+ years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in manufacturing, product development, or mechanical design.
- Experience with rotational molding, plastics manufacturing, or related manufacturing processes.
- Strong proficiency in SolidWorks 2D/3D modeling, mechanical drawings, and technical documentation.
- Knowledge of product development, mold design, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience with root cause analysis, corrective actions, quality improvement, and design for manufacturability.
- Strong leadership, project management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Manufacturing & Design Engineering Manager Preferred Qualifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Experience implementing Six Sigma, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing cost analysis.
- Experience with 3D printing, fused deposition modeling (FDM), or FARO Scan Arm technology.
- Experience leading engineering and quality teams in a manufacturing environment.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k)
- Paid time off and holidays.
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