Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Help Shape the Future of Manufacturing at NewAge Industries.

As Manufacturing Engineering Manager with NewAge Industries, you'll lead a team focused on optimizing processes, advancing manufacturing technologies, and driving operational excellence across the business. This is a highly visible leadership role with the opportunity to influence strategy, champion continuous improvement, and deliver measurable results in a growing manufacturing organization.

Position Summary: Plan and implement continuous improvement opportunities throughout operations. Report financial and non-financial benefits via a Lean Scorecard. Manage technology transfer and integration of new equipment and processes into Manufacturing. Lead the investigation and elimination of SMR’s through detailed root cause analysis and implementing robust CAPA’s. 

Key Job Responsibilities: 

• Manages and directs a staff of manufacturing engineers.
• Continuous Improvement/Lean Initiatives
  • Collaborate with senior leaders and Lean Champions in selecting and scoping projects that align with business goals and objectives. Actively participate in the development and execution of the continuous improvement strategy.
  • Work with cross functional team to recommend and implement process improvement projects.
  • Manage Manufacturing Engineers and others working on Operations related continuous improvement projects using DMAIC and PDCA lean processes. (manufacturing and business processes)
  • Track and report on all financial and non-financial aspects of chartered continuous improvement projects.
  • Accountable for integrating and sustaining LSS philosophy at NewAge Industries. Transfer best practices, techniques, processes and procedures among process improvement teams.  Focus organization towards improvements on safety and reliability through lean techniques and employee engagement.
  • Lead specific continuous improvement projects as assigned. Conduct advanced statistical analysis using Statgraphics as appropriate. Oversee and support other team members in the completion of their respective projects.
• Manage technology, tooling and product transfer/acceptance from R&D Engineering. Manage all installation, operational and performance qualifications. 
• Lead selection and integration of the new manufacturing equipment/technologies into the facility. Manage      process development and team member training on new equipment/technologies.
• Lead top level improvement and strategic projects. 
• Lead efforts to reduce costs and lead time throughout operations.
• Lead team investigating customer complaint root cause and CAPA’s.
• Collaborative work with operations personnel to achieve departmental and organizational goals and objectives.
• Support New Product Development with manufacturing expertise as required.

Requirements

• BS in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Design, Polymer or Industrial Engineering.  Advanced engineering degree is highly desirable.
• 10 years of engineering experience required, managerial experience desired. 
• Formal project management, six sigma and lean training are highly desirable.
• Experience with silicone and thermoplastic injection molding/extrusion processing and equipment.
• Working knowledge of project management concepts and techniques. Ability to scope, plan and implement technical projects.
• Working knowledge of continuous improvement projects utilizing lean six sigma methodologies.
• Strategic thinker, strong analytic skills. Able to synthesize considerable amounts of complex data. Highly proficient in data analysis, including report writing.
• Proven track record of successful planning, scheduling and overall management and control of technical projects.
• Strong management and organization skills with proven track record of quality results of on-time schedule, planning and job execution.
• Effectively communicates with and engages all levels of the organization verbally and in writing. 
• Translates technical decisions/strategies into business terms and implications; produces clear, understandable documentation geared to all audiences.
• Ability to solve problems, identify root causes and develop/implement effective alternatives. 
• Ability and desire to develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders in the business.
• Accountability and responsibility.
• Conflict management skills.
• Dedicated to professional development to expand and improve skill sets.
• Travel Requirements: 5-10% Domestic and International