Employment Type: Full Time
Location
196 1/2 E 6th St
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, related field, or equivalent work experience.
Experience Requirements
- Relevant certifications such as Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE) or Project Management Professional (PMP) are highly advantageous.
- Proven track record of successfully managing engineering projects and teams.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Familiarity with manufacturing management software and tools.
Qualifications
- Minimum of five years of experience in manufacturing engineering, including a minimum of three years in a managerial role.
Responsibilities
Oversees the development and implementation of manufacturing processes across all divisions of our company, lead a team of engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize production efficiency, quality, and safety. This role is crucial in driving continuous improvement initiatives and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Develop and implement manufacturing processes and procedures to optimize production efficiency, quality, and safety.
- Lead and manage the manufacturing engineering team, providing guidance, mentoring, and training to ensure the team’s success and professional growth.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design engineering, production, and quality assurance, to develop and implement new products or processes.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing principles to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve overall operational performance.
- Monitor and analyze production data and metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards to maintain a safe and environmentally friendly work environment.
- Manage and oversee the implementation of new equipment, technologies, and automation systems to enhance manufacturing capabilities and efficiency.
- Develop and manage the manufacturing engineering budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and cost control.
- Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to source and evaluate new technologies, materials, and equipment to improve manufacturing processes and reduce costs.
- Drive implementation of quality program to track and document scrap, rework, and RMA root causes to drive continuous improvements to the production process and reduce cost of poor quality.
- Partner with HR and Operations to revive/implement a training program to reduce turnover, improve quality, and increase productivity.