Req ID: 50872
Job Location: Tallahassee, FL, US
Employment Type: Full Time
Segment: Danfoss Climate Solutions Segment
Job Category: Supply Chain and Operations
Work Location Type: On-site
Job Title: Manufacturing Manager - CNC
The Impact You'll MakeAs a Manufacturing Engineering Manager, you will play a critical role in shaping and optimizing manufacturing operations while driving the successful implementation of new technologies, processes, and product launches. Your work will directly impact safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance across the facility.
This is an opportunity to lead a talented team of engineers, champion continuous improvement initiatives, and influence the future of manufacturing through automation, digitalization, and lean manufacturing practices. You will collaborate across Engineering, Operations, Quality, EHS, and Product Development to create robust, scalable, and efficient production systems.
By combining technical expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership, you will help build a culture focused on safety, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.
What You'll Be Doing- Lead and develop a team of Process and Controls Engineers, providing coaching, performance management, and technical direction to support business and operational goals.
- Drive the design, optimization, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes, including assembly, machining, testing, facility layouts, material flow, and standard work.
- Oversee the introduction of new products, equipment, and automation solutions, ensuring successful installation, validation, and safe production launch.
- Champion Lean Manufacturing initiatives by leading Kaizen events, line balancing, capacity planning, cycle-time improvements, waste reduction, and data-driven process optimization.
- Ensure manufacturing processes meet safety, quality, ergonomic, and regulatory standards, while maintaining critical documentation such as PFMEAs, control plans, work instructions, and equipment qualifications.
What We're Looking For- Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 10+ years of manufacturing, process, or project engineering experience within an industrial manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience leading engineering projects involving custom manufacturing equipment, machine design, automation integration, equipment installation, and startup activities.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, PLC systems, MES platforms, assembly operations, and industrial equipment.
- Experience using CAD/CAM software, Microsoft Office applications, and working with industrial electrical systems.
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams, collaborate effectively across functions, and communicate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
What You'll Get from Us- We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
- You'll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
- We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
- You'll receive benefits like annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they're worth asking about-we think they're pretty great.
Ready to Make a Difference?If this role excites you, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
