Qualifications

• BS in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering; or 10+ years of relevant CI/engineering leadership experience.
• Preferred: 5+ years in a manufacturing leadership role with direct responsibility for throughput, cost reduction, and CapEx planning.
• Proven track record of delivering EBIT-impacting CI programs in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Engineering and Innovation & Development teams to improve production throughput and reduce costs.
• Own the execution of ME programs including reporting and savings validation aligned with corporate targets.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects to lower direct labor, material waste, and cost of goods sold (COGS).
• Develop and execute capital expenditure strategies to optimize ROI and enhance operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with Finance to ensure savings are traceable and realistic, excluding indirect labor gains.
• Analyze production flow and equipment performance to identify bottlenecks and enhance capacity.
• Drive the adoption of Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies focusing on measurable results.

Benefits

• Champion a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and operational excellence.
• Opportunity to shape operational strategy and drive sustainability initiatives.
• Minimal travel requirements, allowing for a focus on local operations.