YETI Coolers

Manager, Process Engineering

YETI Coolers$100K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in STEM field required, with 8+ years of relevant experience, including 3+ years in management.
  • Manufacturing equipment experience highly preferred.
  • Strong communication skills to simplify technical information for diverse audiences.
  • Ability to navigate change and ambiguity effectively while proposing solutions independently.
  • Experience in interpreting electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics and diagrams.
  • Proven troubleshooting skills for complex process and machine issues.
  • Self-organized with capacity to manage multiple concurrent projects.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a global team of technicians and engineers for customization operations.
  • Set project priorities, allocate resources, and enhance technical capabilities for growth.
  • Oversee equipment specification, procurement, validation, and acceptance processes.
  • Standardize global maintenance and lifecycle management processes for equipment.
  • Manage the CMMS strategy to provide consistent support across multiple sites.
  • Balance compliance with global standards against regional needs as required.
  • Establish best practices for spare parts and inventory management.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
  • Generous paid time off policy.
  • Opportunities for career development and training.
  • Flexible work arrangements available.
Full Job Description
About the Role

The Process & Equipment Engineering Manager leads the global strategy and execution of equipment and process support for customization operations. This role manages a distributed team of engineers and technicians and is accountable for scalable support models, equipment reliability, capital planning, and technical readiness across multiple manufacturing sites.

What You'll Do
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of technicians and engineers supporting global customization facilities
  • Set priorities, allocate resources, and build technical capability to support both current operations and future growth
  • Lead equipment specification, selection, procurement, validation, and acceptance in partnership with engineering and operations
  • Define and standardize global processes for equipment maintenance, support, and lifecycle management
  • Own the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) strategy, governance, and performance to enable consistent, data -driven support across multiple sites
  • Balance global standards with regional requirements where needed
  • Establish best practices for spare parts and inventory management across locations
  • Develop, implement, and maintain technical documentation for industrial equipment/processes
  • Partner cross-functionally with engineering, operations, quality, and program management teams to ensure alignment on scope, timing, and deliverables
  • Provide technical training and hands-on support to team members and site personnel
  • Serve as the escalation point for complex equipment, automation, and process issues
  • Collaborate with the quality team on root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues
  • Use manufacturing and equipment performance metrics to identity trends and drive continuous improvement
  • Produce and maintain documentation related to equipment operation, maintenance, and technical procedures
  • Coordinate with vendors to resolve technical and performance issues


What You Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) with 8+ years of relevant experience with 3+ years in a management role; manufacturing equipment experience strongly preferred
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to distill complex technical information for diverse audiences
  • Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in environments with change and ambiguity, proposing solutions with limited guidance
  • Proficiency in reading and developing electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics and diagrams
  • Proven experience troubleshooting complex process and machine issues
  • Self-directed and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
  • Willingness and ability to travel approximately 20%

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About YETI Coolers

YETI Coolers is an American outdoor manufacturer company that specializes in high-end coolers, drinkware, and other outdoor accessories. The company was founded in 2006 by Roy and Ryan Seiders in Austin, Texas. YETI's products are known for their durability and high quality, and are popular among outdoor enthusiasts, hunters, and fishermen. The company has expanded its product line to include bags, chairs, and other outdoor gear. YETI has a strong brand presence and has been recognized for its marketing campaigns and social media engagement. The company went public in 2018 and is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol YETI.
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