
Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Role summary
Humanetics is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead and optimize production operations. This role involves guiding a team, driving continuous improvement in areas like molding, CNC machining, and assembly, and championing root cause analysis for quality issues. The manager will partner with design and quality teams, oversee manufacturing documentation and ERP updates, and lead plant optimization and capital equipment planning. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 7 years of leadership experience in manufacturing engineering, expertise in Lean/Six Sigma, project management, and data analytics, with a Bachelor's degree in a related technical field. CAD skills are preferred.
Company Description
Humanetics is a global leader in hi-tech industrial technology, specializing in safety, digital, and sensor solutions for critical environments. Renowned for pioneering crash test dummies, we also provide virtual simulation software, precision sensors, fiber optics, and laser-based material engineering. Our innovative technologies are integral in diverse fields, including automotive manufacturing, space exploration, biomedical devices, and energy generation. By delivering precision tools and data-driven insights, we empower customers to make informed decisions and drive performance. At Humanetics, we are committed to innovation that ensures the safety and well-being of humans.
Role Description
As Manufacturing Engineering Manager, you will guide and empower a team responsible for optimizing production and ensuring seamless execution across manufacturing operations. You will take ownership of the manufacturing strategy and execution, from resolving complex process challenges to enhancing efficiency and quality at every stage.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Manufacturing Engineering team
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across our manufacturing processes: molding, tooling, CNC machining, assembly and testing.
- Champion root cause analysis and corrective actions to resolve process failures and quality issues, collecting and analyzing production data.
- Partner cross-functionally with Design Engineering on ECOs, Deviations, PCRs, and Quality to ensure manufacturability, targets achievements through PPA approvals and continuous performance monitoring.
- Oversee manufacturing documentation, ERP (Syteline/CSI) updates, including work instructions, process sheets, BOMs and routings.
- Play a key role in daily production scheduling, MRB reviews, and performance tracking.
- Lead weekly Manufacturing Engineering meetings focused on priorities, accountability, and continuous improvement, and reporting to corporate management.
- Support customer-focused initiatives including complaint resolution, 8D investigations, and material returns.
- Drive plant optimization efforts including layout improvements, materials flow, and preventive maintenance strategies.
- Lead capital equipment planning and execution, including CAPEX justification and implementation.
Why This Role Matters
Your leadership will directly impact production efficiency, product quality, and on-time delivery, supporting Humanetics continues to set the standard in advanced manufacturing.
What You Bring
- Proven leadership experience in manufacturing engineering or a related field of minimum 7 years.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence across teams and management levels.
- Expertise in project management, prioritization, and execution.
- Analytical mindset with a passion for data analytics and solving complex problems.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, technically complex environment.
- A bachelor’s degree in related technical fields such as mechanical, process engineering, manufacturing technologies or chemistry
- Project Management skills and experience
- CAD skills (Inventor 3D and AutoCAD preferred)
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Humanetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer
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