Manufacturing Engineering Manager

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager is a high-impact technical leader responsible for optimizing production equipment, processes, and team performance in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role drives process excellence and equipment reliability through data-driven analysis, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate brings high energy, a passion for continuous improvement, and the ability to lead both engineers and technicians. They will champion operational innovation, resolve complex production challenges, and develop a team capable of independently executing technical improvements that support business growth, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.

• Compiles quality data, establishes regular communication of data, and facilitates action plans to ensure continuous improvement of equipment up-time, quality, cost, and delivery.
• Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, workflow; designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Conducts product and production failure investigations; implements corrective actions; prepares reports to communicate problem/resolution/progress.
• Stops or postpones manufacturing of products if quality and/or regulatory concerns have been identified or suspected; coordinates resolution.
• Strong electrical, pneumatic, PLC troubleshooting background to identify and fix day-to-day equipment issues.
• Compiles and writes training materials; develops and conducts training sessions.
• Works collaboratively with appropriate departments/teams to ensure efficient production methods, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Analyzes data for process investigations, productivity improvements, documents and communicates results.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
• Optimizes control of equipment including preventative maintenance and calibration schedules to equipment and process requirements.
• Coordinates with R&D Engineering on next generation devices to streamline requirements for manufacturing equipment troubleshooting, maintenance, and calibration.
• Leads a team of equipment control technicians to complete preventative maintenance, calibration, work orders, and maintain equipment documentation compliance in the QMS.
• Manage team of engineering technicians and engineers to maintain equipment up-time to support production goals.
• Ensures all manufacturing engineering activities and solutions meet or exceed safety, specifications, standards, and manufacturing requirements.
• Plans engineering resources based on current / future projects, necessary production support, and facility requirement       
• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Engineering or equivalent in related field.
• Three to five years related experience or equivalent, FDA regulated (210/211/820).
• Two to four years of related experience leading a team of technicians and/or engineers
• Excellent written and oral communication skills across all levels – technicians to executives.
• Demonstrates strong technical writing and investigative writing capability.
• Familiarity with process validation, change control, and equipment qualification.
• Six Sigma Green or Black belt certification preferred.
• Experience with CMMS, ERP/MRP, or MES systems preferred.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Basic competence in subordinates’ duties and tasks
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Acute attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Creative, flexible, and innovative team player
• Working knowledge of data collection, data analysis, evaluation, and scientific method.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the basic principles, theories, concepts, and practices in the applicable area of engineering/technical specialization.