Vice President of Manufacturing Engineering

Job SummaryAs Vice President (VP) of Manufacturing Engineering, you will play a critical role in driving technical excellence and innovation across the organization. You will ensure that engineering initiatives align with the company's goals and long-term objectives, while also maintaining strict adherence to established engineering procedures, standards, and best practices. In this leadership role, you will provide strategic direction, mentorship, and oversight to engineering teams, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Essential FunctionsCollaborates with the Leadership Team to actively contribute to long-term operational and manufacturing strategy aligned with organizational goalsOversees manufacturing systems (ERP) for all facilities and ensures alignment for manufacturing operationsOversee all facility manufacturing engineering efforts in new product launches, capital planning, continuous improvement efforts and manufacturing performance metricsOversees project timelines, milestones, and overall progress to ensure alignment with strategic objectivesProactively identifies and implements opportunities for process improvement, automation, and operational efficiencyPrepares and delivers comprehensive project reports to ensure schedule adherence and budget complianceSupervisory ResponsibilityThe VP of Manufacturing Engineering directly oversees employees within the Manufacturing Engineering Departments across all manufacturing facilities and is responsible for executing all leadership and supervisory duties in alignment with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and developing engineering talent; planning, assigning, and managing technical work; evaluating team and individual performance; recognizing achievements and administering corrective actions when necessary; and addressing concerns or conflicts to ensure a high-performing, collaborative, and compliant engineering environment.Minimum QualificationsA minimum of 10 years of experience in engineering leadership roles is typically expectedA strong technical background in manufacturing systems software (ERP)Strong leadership and management skills, including the ability to build and motivate teams, delegate tasks, and foster a positive work environmentEducationA minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Engineering, or a related discipline is required; a master’s degree in engineering or business administration is preferredExperience10 years of experience in leadership roles, including team management and oversight of complex project deliveryStrong technical expertise with the ability to drive innovation and process improvementProven strategic thinking capabilities and a track record of aligning projects with organizational goalsExceptional communication, collaboration, and leadership skills are essential for cross-functional team managementBackground PrerequisitesMust undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks and controlled substance testingPreferred QualificationsA master’s degree is preferred, particularly in Engineering Management, Business Administration, or a related fieldProven track record of leading and delivering complex projects from conception to productionExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent Managerial and supervisory skillsExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsExtensive technical knowledge of engineering and product developmentExcellent financial skills and ability to analyze financial dataProficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar SoftwareWorking Conditions And Physical DemandsWith or without reasonable accommodations, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-18