Manufacturing Engineering General Manager

Job ProfileDirect and manage Manufacturing engineering group including Facility & Maintenance groupMain Duties and ResponsibilitiesSet Department Level HOSHIN Kanri Targets to meet/exeed company goals for Manufacturing Engineering & Maintenance.Develop, follow, and manager group level policy which supports company policy & procedures.Responsible for managing training for Manufacturing Engineering & Maintenance groups.Lead / report out department targets, goals which also include; budgeting, labor, fixed assets, chart updates, schedules, graphs, tours, and future planning.Responsible for leading the reduction of unplanned downtime for mass production and new equipment.Responsible for leading the continuous improvement for mass production and new equipment.Responsible for leading the manufacturing feasibility of design changes and new designs.Responsible for implement process design changes based on drawing revisions along with maintaining the most current drawings for each product Lead IATF16949 Implementation for the Manufacturing Engineering Group & Maintenance group.Responsible for leading quality improvement and cost reduction activities such as: activities including automation, reutilization, JISHUKEN and other non value-added work by Process design and Maintenance view point. New Equipment Installation and Process Preparation including the creation of the schedule, production preparation confirmation checksheet, PFMEA, project milestone activities. Ensure that operation availability and machine cycle times meeting company targets.Ensure the on-time delivery of all equipment necessary to support new product launches.Responsible for facility planning, procurement, and management.Experience with equipment maintenance,repair (mechanical and electrical),preventive maintenance.Preparation of Management review material (Monthly & Company level: 3times/Year)Ensure plant and OSHA safety requirements, production utilization goals, and facilities support is met through proper maintenance planning.Coordinate with other departments to ensure EPA complianceResponsible for setting and meeting department budget. External visitsPerform all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards Will perform other reasonably related tasks within the Company as required by the Supervisor or ManagementSupervisory ResponsibilitiesSupervision, development, and performance management of Manufacturing Engineering group and Maintenance group and/or managers, assistant managers, exempt engineers, hourly technician, GL, TL, Team members and temporary members.Education and ExperienceBachelor's degree or equivalent experience required. 10 years of prior applicable experience in manufacturing. 5 years management experience required.Automotive experience required.Desired Skills and KnowledgeKnowledge of automotive manufacturing. Knowledge of the Toyota Production SystemComplete process knowledge.Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent time management skills.Excellent cooperative personality.Excellent organizational skills.Ability to think for the Company.Ability to lead, motivate and manage and develop others. Ability to interact well with coworkers and customers. Ability to understand, follow and implement posted work rules and company procedures.Ability to function independently without requiring assistance from, or disturbing the work of others.Lead and track continuous improvement activities. Lead and track abnormal occurrences in the plant. Lead IATF16949 compliance within the manufacturing department and implement procedures.Lead corrective action report compliance within the manufacturing departmentAbility to set key performance indicators, track progress, and implement activity as needed for the manufacturing HOSHIN Manage labor, expense, fixed asset budgets within the manufacturing department.Manage manufacturing preventative maintenance, cleaning, standard work, & 4S+D condition. Work EnvironmentSome dust, noise, oils, greases, grinding debris, compressed air, metal shavings, propane, solvents and occasional heavy lifting. Exposed to hazardous machinery and/or conditions that could result in injury up to and including a fatality if safety measures are not followed and adhered to. Exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, odors, fumes, oils. The performance of this position normally requires exposure to a typical manufacturing areas where under certain conditions that require the use of personal protective equipment such as Safety Glasses with Side Shields and/or Safety Shoes. Primary environment: Temperature of work area may be affected by outside temperatures and machining. Industrial lighting provided.Open staff room with constant activity and interaction with cross-functional divisions, departments, and sections. Must be able to effectively change tasks at a moment's notice when the situation requires.

Created: 2026-04-02