Manufacturing Engineering ManagerLocation: 1689 Morrow St. Green Bay, WI
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay: $100,000-$140,000 per year
Wisconsin Converting is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead our Maintenance and Machine Set Up teams, strengthen employee development and accountability, and drive improvements in equipment reliability and manufacturing efficiency.
This hands-on leadership position applies an engineering mindset and technical expertise to reduce downtime, identify root causes of equipment issues, optimize maintenance activities, and establish effective, sustainable maintenance practices. We're looking for a proactive, analytical leader who can independently manage departmental operations, solve problems, and collaborate with production leadership to drive measurable, lasting improvements.
Responsibilities- Lead, coach, and develop Maintenance and Machine Set Up teams, establishing clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards.
- Improve equipment reliability, machine performance, manufacturing processes, and production efficiency.
- Oversee maintenance activities, machine setups, troubleshooting, and technical projects to minimize downtime.
- Analyze equipment performance, downtime, maintenance metrics, and changeover efficiency to identify improvement opportunities.
- Utilize Epicor ERP, AI, automation, and other technologies to improve maintenance planning, reporting, and operational efficiency.
- Develop preventive maintenance programs, standardized procedures, and technical training to improve equipment reliability and employee performance.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives, equipment upgrades, and root cause investigations.
- Collaborate with production leadership to improve safety, quality, productivity, and overall operational performance.
Skills & Abilities- Strong leadership, communication, and employee development skills.
- Solid understanding of industrial machinery, mechanical systems, and maintenance practices.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Root Cause Analysis, SMED, and continuous improvement methods.
- Ability to use ERP systems, performance metrics, and technology to drive improvements.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering or a related technical field preferred; equivalent education and relevant experience considered.
- Minimum of 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience in manufacturing, engineering, industrial maintenance, or related operations required.
- Experience improving manufacturing processes, equipment reliability, production efficiency, or maintenance operations required.
- Strong working knowledge of industrial machinery, equipment troubleshooting, and manufacturing processes required.
- Experience leading technical teams or manufacturing improvement projects preferred.
- Experience with paper converting, printing, packaging, or similar manufacturing equipment preferred.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment- Ability to stand and walk throughout the manufacturing facility and access equipment areas as needed.
- Occasionally bend, kneel, climb ladders, and lift or carry up to 50 pounds.
- Work in a manufacturing environment with noise, moving machinery, dust, inks, and varying temperatures.
- Follow applicable safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Benefits- Paid Time Off available upon hire
- 8 paid holidays
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid short-term disability coverage
- 401(k) with a 50% company match on contributions up to 6%
This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions. Duties and responsibilities may be modified or assigned based on business needs.
