Director Of Engineering Jobs

Client

Our client is an award-winning, innovative plastics company who has been an industry leader for over 25 years. This company differentiates itself within the industry by working closely with their customers to design and develop exactly what is needed, no matter what the solution entails. Our client understands each customer has their own unique set of needs, and they strive to accommodate those needs.

Summary

The Engineering Director will lead, train, and mentor the technical teams comprised of Innovation (R&D), Product Design, Project Management, and Process and Automation teams. This role is accountable for all aspects of department performance including safety and environmental, quality, reliability, production, and productivity.

Location

Bay City, MI area

Compensation

Compensation is highly competitive and includes 401K + Full Medical, Dental, & Vision

Job Details

• Troubleshoots machinery/process/tooling and transfer knowledge to manufacturing
• Ensure all manufacturing safety policies and procedures are implemented and maintained at all times
• Develop and implement work instructions, workmanship standards, and process documents
• Coordinate with Sales, Accounting, Purchasing, Engineering, Production, and Tooling to resolve customer complaints and concerns
• Analyze and design lean manufacturing, optimize use of space, material, and equipment
• Plan, organize, and lead the engineering team to meet company objectives for design, product development, and equipment improvements
• Develop and implement cost-effective processes that meet product specifications, quality, and safety standards
• Recommend and implement quality improvements to increase production and reduce costs
• Ensure the engineering team and other manufacturing teams work together efficiently
• Determine root causes and implement robust solutions
• Ensure and improve material flow, machine efficiency
• Oversee and be responsible for employee performance in the engineering department
• Initiate design, development, optimization, and solve problems for new and existing products
• Prepare new equipment for production readiness
• Lead designing activities that promote APQP strategies, DFM / FMEA / Product Development
• Drive customer satisfaction (external and internal)

Required Education, Skills, and Experience:

• Professional, pleasant, courteous, and cooperative attitude with co-workers at all times
• 10+ years in management leading a multi-disciplined technical organization required
• Change agent, high sense of urgency, and transformative leader that is results-oriented
• Master's Degree in technical or business-related fields highly desired
• 5+ years leading continuous improvement (Lean) initiatives required
• Strong working knowledge of Thermoforming, Extrusion, and Plastic Material science highly desired
• Bachelor’s of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering discipline required
• 5+ years in plastics industry required in thermoforming and/or injection molding
• 5+ years in a Tier I or II automotive organization highly desired
• Credible voice for technical topics and customer support