Manufacturing Engineering Manager - assembly & machining - Gables Search Group

Major established and international company which is a leader has an opportunity at a large and mid-volume manufacturing plant near Savannah, GA for a Manufacturing Engineering Manager.  There are major company benefits, an attractive 401k with matching, 12% bonus potential, and relocation assistance.   

Position Description

Manages and oversees all activities relating to manufacturing engineering in a plant, including major projects and  process improvement, tool design, and manufacturing engineering support for all new and existing product development.

Job Responsibilities  

Develops and implements plans that address quality improvements and cost reductions

Develops capital and expense budgeting; develops a comprehensive department operating plan with  strategies and tactics to achieve goals and objectives in a timely manner

Develops and maintains project and engineering timelines

Identifies, evaluates and presents new technical developments

Provides corporate assistance for new products, Engineering Change Order/Engineering Change Request(ECO/ECR) reviews

Prepares monthly status reports for new engine/product review

Performs full range of managerial responsibilities which may include but not be limited to: interviewing, hiring, coaching and developing employees; planning, assigning and directing work; EEO/AA; performance management; department budget

Performs other duties as assigned

Job Skills Requirements

Well-developed planning and organizational skills to effectively handle multiple priorities

Comprehensive knowledge of machining methods and assembly processes

Working knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing and AutoCAD programs

Ability to prepare and present technical information

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills to lead teams and effectively communicate with diverse groups of people

Working knowledge of products which may include internal combustion engines and the manufacturing environment

Must have strong project management and leadership skills

Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location

This is an SAP environment and this or other ERP experience is desired

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field is required

Experience Requirements

Minimum of seven years of technical services management experience in a high volume production environment

Manufacturing engineering management experience in an assembly and machining environment

Budget experience is needed

Automotive or vehicle manufacturing related experience is a plus