Samtec

Global Sustaining Manufacturing Engineering (MEG) Manager

Samtec • $110K — $130K *
New Albany, IN 47150In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 7-10 years of engineering experience in manufacturing required
  • 5 years of management experience necessary
  • Proficient in designing and developing manual, semi-automated, and automated machinery
  • Familiarity with 3D modeling software, specifically SolidWorks
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills
  • Excellent communication and presentation abilities
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and project management
  • Knowledge of GD&T essential

Responsibilities

  • Manage global sustaining engineering teams for safety, service, cost, and quality
  • Lead prioritization of projects and resource allocation to ensure timely completion
  • Oversee design and implementation of optimized tooling and equipment
  • Develop best practices for sustaining engineering workflows
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to standardize processes and equipment designs
  • Handle capital appropriation requests for new equipment and optimization
  • Maintain KPIs to track performance and business impact
  • Support the resolution of quality issues and unplanned manufacturing problems

Benefits

  • Support for professional development and continuous learning
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
  • Opportunities to work on cutting-edge manufacturing technology
  • Focus on safety and regulatory compliance
  • Engagement in global operations for broader impact
Full Job Description
Description

Summary/Objective: The Sustaining Manufacturing Engineering (MEG) Manager leads the global sustaining engineering teams to develop new and improve existing manufacturing processes and tooling / equipment. This position is responsible for defining and implementing a Manufacturing Engineering strategy that supports new and emerging manufacturing technical needs and manufacturing scalability. This positions also oversees the development and optimization of manufacturing processes to achieve required manufacturing capability and cost efficiency.

Essential Functions/ Responsibilities:
  1. Manage the global sustaining manufacturing engineering teams to provide a high level of service to global operations teams for Safety, Service, Cost, and Quality.
  2. Lead the global sustaining manufacturing engineering teams in prioritizing projects, managing resource allocation, project communications and progress tracking to ensure on-time successful completion.
  3. Coach and oversee the designs and implementation on new and optimized tooling and equipment. Driving best practices and standardization across the global teams.
  4. Develop best practices for sustaining engineering workflows for design, qualification, and implementation of projects.
  5. Collaborate and work with other Samtec engineering teams to develop and standardize processes and equipment designs.
  6. Manage planning and execution of capital appropriation requests for development of new equipment and optimization projects. Support production teams for duplicate equipment builds / integrations.
  7. Develop and maintain team KPI's to track performance and measure the impacts to the business.
  8. Manage the support structure and processes for sustaining manufacturing engineering resources that assist in quality problems resolution and support unplanned manufacturing floor issues.
  9. Support machine transfers and site qualifications from internal and external equipment builds
  10. Ensure all safety regulatory policies and procedures are implemented and maintained at all times.


"The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position. Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities."

Required Experience:
  1. 7-10 years related engineering experience in manufacturing.
  2. 5 years of management experience.
  3. Proficient in designing and developing manual, semi-automated, and/or automated machinery. Experience using 3D modelling software such as SolidWorks is required.
  4. Proficient in Microsoft systems (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
  5. Proficient in time / project management to meet deliverable due dates
  6. Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
  7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  8. Strong leadership skills with ability to promote collaboration among multiple groups both on-site and off-site.
  9. Proficient understanding of GD&T
  10. Lifting Requirements: Light Work - must be able to lift up to 20 pounds regularly from floor to waist.

Education:
  1. B.S. in Mechanical / Manufacturing Engineering, or related engineering discipline is required.
  2. Proficient understanding in Lean Manufacturing and six sigma methodologies is preferred.

About Samtec

Samtec is a privately held $822MM global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, including High-Speed Board-to-Board, High-Speed Cables, Mid-Board and Panel Optics, Precision RF, Flexible Stacking, and Micro/Rugged components and cables. With 40+ locations serving approximately 125 countries, Samtec?s global presence enables its unmatched customer service. Samtec designs and manufactures products, including connectors, cable assemblies, and system solutions, for all markets and applications, including data center, telecommunications, industrial, medical, military, aerospace, and automotive industries.
Learn more about Samtec
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Founded
1976
* Ladders Estimates

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