If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.Manufacturing Engineering ManagerManagement Bangor, MI, US3 days ago Requisition ID: 1590DEPARTMENT: Operations AdministrationSTATUS: Regular/Full TimeCOMPENSATION: ExemptJob SummaryLeads the Manufacturing Engineering function responsible for defining, maintaining, and improving how work is performed across fabrication and assembly operations.Owns the development of manufacturing processes, labor standards, and system capability required to meet production targets. Works in close partnership with Production and Supply Chain leadership to ensure the operation can reliably execute to schedule, cost, and quality expectations.This role is expected to operate as a system-level leader, contributing to cross-functional decision-making and building the foundation for scalable operational performance.ResponsibilitiesProcess & Standard OwnershipOwn the definition and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes across fabrication and assembly.Establish and maintain standard work, routing accuracy, and labor standards.Ensure standards reflect actual shop performance and are consistently applied.Drive reduction in variation through process discipline and standardization.Capacity & Capability DevelopmentOwn and maintain the manufacturing standards, routing assumptions, process constraints, and throughput data used to support capacity planning.Partner with Supply Chain and Production leadership to evaluate schedule feasibility, labor requirements, and operational constraints.Identify bottlenecks and lead initiatives to improve throughput, efficiency, and repeatability.Ensure the operation has the technical capability, tooling and process discipline required to meet current and future demand.Production Support & Problem SolvingSupport production in resolving process-related issues with urgency and discipline.Lead root cause analysis and implement permanent corrective actions.Ensure problems are solved at the system level, not repeatedly at the point of occurrence.Balance immediate production needs with long-term process stability.Tooling, Fixtures & Technical SystemsLead development and maintenance of tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing support systems.Ensure equipment, programs, and methods enable safe, efficient, and repeatable operations.Maintain alignment between engineering design and manufacturing capability.Cross-Functional LeadershipWork in close coordination with Plant Manager and Supply Chain Manager to ensure overall plant performance targets are achieved.Actively participate in decisions impacting schedule, labor, material flow, and process capability.Provide clear input on what is required for the operation to perform at target levels.Build and develop a capable Manufacturing Engineering team.Establish clear expectations for ownership, problem solving, and continuous improvement.Develop team members with increasing responsibility and system-level thinking capability.Identify and lead initiatives to improve throughput, reduce cost, and increase process reliability.Challenge existing methods and drive adoption of better practices.Align improvement efforts with overall operational priorities.QualificationsEducation and/or ExperienceBachelor's degree in engineering or related field7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or operationsPrior leadership experience requiredExperience in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing strongly preferredSkills, Talents and/or CharacteristicsStrong understanding of fabrication and assembly processesProven ability to define and implement standard workSystems thinker with the ability to connect engineering decisions to operational outcomesHands‑on problem solver with strong shop floor credibilityEffective communicator across technical and operational teamsAbility to balance short-term execution with long-term system improvementGetman Corporation is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance during the application or interview process, please let us know.#J-18808-Ljbffr