Manufacturing Engineering Manager

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

Other duties may be assigned.

Works closely with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Customer Service in the following functions:


* Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) from design transfer through pilot build and production ramp, ensuring manufacturability, testability, and cost targets are met.


* Partner with Engineering on DFM/DFA reviews for new products, driving issues back into design before they reach the floor.


* Lead manufacturing process improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, standard work, 5S) to improve yield, cycle time, and cost.


* Analyze scrap, rework, and yield data to identify and eliminate root causes of process variation; drive process capability studies (Cpk) and statistical process control.


* Design and implement new assembly and test process set-up and cell layouts to support new products.


* Lead the implementation of new methods to improve cost, capacity and quality across the product portfolio.


* Develop, validate, and document new test methods, fixtures, and equipment for new and existing products.


* Specify, justify, and commission new manufacturing and test equipment, including capital planning.


* Serve as the manufacturing subject matter expert for AMOT's actuator product line, with working knowledge of electronic components, wiring/harnessing, PCB assembly, and electrical test methods.


* Partner with Electrical/Electronics Engineering on process development for actuator sub-assemblies and final test; troubleshoot electronic and electro-mechanical issues in build and test.


* Provide engineering-level root-cause analysis on RMA and field-reported issues, particularly on electronic/actuator subsystems; partner with Quality and Customer Service on corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).


* Work with Supply Chain and key domestic/international suppliers on process, quality, and component issues tied to new and existing designs.


* Partner closely with the Operations Manager to transition new processes into stable daily production.


* Support supplier corrective action requests (SCARs) and supplier quality/process reviews as needed.


* Ensure equipment and processes are available to meet customer order satisfaction.


* Ensure compliance with all corporate, regulatory, and EHS requirements.


* Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

DIRECT REPORTS: Lead a team size of 3-5 Manufacturing/Process and Test Engineers

Directly supervises Manufacturing/Process Engineers and Test Engineers, leading them through NPI and process-improvement initiatives to hit project goals and manufacturing solution milestones on time.

Responsibilities also include interviewing, hiring, and training; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; and addressing and resolving employee concerns, in accordance with company policy and applicable law.

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