Engineering Manager - Belcan

Job Title: Engineering Manager
Pay Rate: $120,000.00 To 150,000.00 Annually (DOE)
Location: Whitesboro, NY
Area Code: 315
Zip Code: 13492
Start Date: ASAP
Keywords: #Engineering #Aerospace

An Engineering Manager job in Whitesboro, NY, is currently accepting applications. This is a direct hire position with our key aerospace client. In this role you will provides expert judgment, analysis and direction to the Engineering technical team for the development and implementation of processes required for the successful / cost effective manufacture of technical products that meet all customer technical and quality requirements. The Engineering Manager provides the required oversight, input and direction to assure that manufacturing process directions, tooling concepts and designs meet or exceed all internal program goals (ease of manufacture, cost effective manufacturing and profitability) as well as all customer requirements (quality and delivery). The Engineering Manager relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals while leading and directing the efforts of the Engineering staff.

Engineering Manager JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Direct and monitor the technical activities of assigned Engineers
Review and approve manufacturing processes as required.
Assure that all manufacturing processes and tooling will produce a technical product which meets all customer requirements (quality and delivery) as well as internal goals (ease of manufacture and profitability).
Full responsibility for all new products" technical requirements/issues including concurrent engineering interface with the customer to facilitate design/process changes which aid producibility and lower product cost.
Conduct process improvements through leading Six Sigma projects, design of experiments, Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and design review events to improve manufacturing process efficiency (continuous improvement), reduce cost, improve profitability and reduce product lead/cycle time.
Research, develop and execute, with the team, the plans required to meet business metric cost requirements to maximize product profitability.
Resolves highly complex technical issues and conducts research as required.
Recommends alterations to product development and design (concurrent engineering) to improve quality of products and/or procedures for producibility.
Provide the required direction and leadership to the team as necessary in order to create, develop and perfect manufacturing processes which are cost effective and conducive to ease of manufacture.
Investigate and recommend machine tool and equipment needs to accomplish or improve the required manufacturing process capabilities or capacity.
Identify related processing and manufacturing problems and identify/initiate corrective actions as required. Provide technical direction and leadership in recommending changes in design, specifications, drawings and procedures that will eliminate manufacturing problems, improve producibility and productivity, or reduce scrap/rework related cost and/or lead-time.
Ensure the timely review of NMR activity is completed.
Provide technical support to the Program Manager to manage the customer interface required for concurrent engineering and product cost, quality and delivery communications.
Ensure all Phase 3 and Phase 4 tasks of the NPI Process are completed and Gate 3 and Gate 4 approvals are secured as applicable for all development products.
Visit supplier plants as required to assure that the supplier manufacturing process meets or exceeds all company and customer requirements (delivery and quality). Assure that the supplier manufacturing process will produce technical product in the required quantity and in accordance with the product delivery schedule.
Oversee and lead product/key characteristic audits as required by our customer.
Assist in shop floor personnel training as applicable and deemed necessary.
Develop market awareness and promote company visibility efforts.
Evaluate, train, coach and when necessary, discipline employees.
Must support all EH & S (Environmental, Health & Safety) requirements within the facility and improve ergonomics of associated tooling relative to each process.
Support the Program Managers through the negotiations, review and approval of product contracts.
Develop and foster a team environment.
Lead investigations relating to customer quality concerns and product escapes.
Maintain awareness of state-of-the-art technology within the company core processes
Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Supervisory Responsibilities
The job has supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelors Degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
Minimum ten years experience in related industry with minimum 3 years in a supervisory role.
Must have proficient computer skills in various design programs and Microsoft Office Suite.
Must have proficient experience working on turning, milling and EDM machines and their programming capabilities.
Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 6 sigma, complex technical product knowledge. Demonstrated leadership experience.
Special Skills:
Possess the ability to work well with people in a team environment.
Demonstrated skills in problem solving, situation assessment and conflict resolution are required.
Must have sound judgment to deal with particular situations, decide upon a course of action and implement swift resolution for closure.
Ability to oversee several simultaneous projects with the proper delegating skills and the precise amount of involvement without interference, allowing the specifically designated personnel to perform their tasks.
Exceptional motivation, leadership, and team building skills required.

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Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.com
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