Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Gentex Corporation · US
Description PURPOSE: The Manufacturing Engineering Manager leads the manufacturing engineering team responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining ef...
Job description
Description PURPOSE: The Manufacturing Engineering Manager leads the manufacturing engineering team responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining efficient production processes. This role ensures products are manufactured safely, cost-effectively, and at high quality standards by driving process improvements, implementing new technologies, and supporting production operations. The manager collaborates closely with operations, quality, supply chain, product engineering, and maintenance teams to achieve operational excellence. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in manufacturing processes (e.g., composites, plastics, injection molding) as well as automation technologies (e.g., PLCs, robotics), with a strong ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver results in dynamic, fast-paced environments. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Team Leadership 2. Process Development & Optimization 3. Production Support 4. New Product Introduction (NPI) 5. Equipment & Automation 6. Quality & Compliance 7. Cost & Efficiency Improvements - Manage, mentor, and develop a team of manufacturing engineers across multishift operation. - Set team goals aligned with company production and op...