About the role
The Manager of Manufacturing Engineering is a technical leadership role responsible for the daily management and continuous improvement of our metal manufacturing and final assembly processes. This individual will lead a team to support and optimize production, reduce manufacturing costs through continuous improvement and automation, justify and procure capital equipment, and work with NPD teams to launch new products. This role is also responsible for developing a manufacturing strategy that aligns with site and corporate objectives. The ideal candidate will have direct experience in metal fabrication and automation and a proven ability to lead technical teams.
Compensation: $130,000-$160,000
What you will be doing
Work with key stakeholders to select, assign, and manage projects and priorities, in order to achieve facility and corporate goals within budget requirements.
Assist Facility Manager in the planning process based on Company goals and directives. This includes the addition of equipment capacity and new processes based on forecasted and existing sales growth and market patterns.
Apply ISO/QS 9001 management principles to achieve Southco's goal of designing, manufacturing and controlling processes to meet the needs of our customers. This includes management of the use of tools such as FMEA's, Control Plans, process and set-up sheets, SPC, tool and product designs and drawings, manufacturing routings, BOM's, and Cost Estimates. Work directly with customers, as required, to meet their needs.
Lead the efforts in advancing technology in the company through continuous improvement of current machines, tooling, and processes. Develop new concepts and research, justify and purchase capital expenditures for upgrading technology in the facility.
Represent the facility as a liaison to Corporate Engineering Departments on manufacturing methods, product design and technical services. Review all designs submitted for manufacturability and assembly to World Class standards.
Assist facility in meeting World Class Customer Service objectives by analyzing material flow through the facility, bottleneck areas, lead-time reduction by faster throughput, set-up reduction; and the elimination of operations. Optimize facility layouts to achieve goals.
Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers, setting clear expectations for ownership, urgency, and solution-oriented problem solving. Plus developing future leaders through targeted growth, stretch assignments, and succession planning.
About you
BSME Degree
Familiar with low and high volume manufacturing and automated manufacturing methods
Metal manufacturing, assembly and finishing experience (rolling, cold heading, screw machines, etc.)
Experience with capital budgeting and justification
Experience with design principles and their relation to manufacturing
Demonstrate the ability to handle multiple projects, utilizing project planning techniques
CAD experience
Seven (7) or more years of Engineering Management / Supervision experience
Seven (7) or more years Manufacturing Engineering experience
Working knowledge of ISO/QS 9001 quality system and tools, i.e., FMEA, Capability Study, DOE
Quality and Safety driven
How will we reward you
Competitive base pay
Generous time off - starting at 3 weeks of annualized PTO (first year is prorated based on start date), 9 company holidays plus 2 floating holidays
401(k) Savings and Investment Plan - Company makes automatic 2% contribution of eligible pay plus matching contributions of 50% up to the first 6% of eligible pay you contribute.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan valued at approximately 4-6% of eligible earnings which includes dividend payments after 3-year vesting period
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) beginning first day of employment; company funds a portion of HSA for high deductible health plans
Company paid Life & Disability Insurance including; short term, Long Term, and Life
Great Tuition Reimbursement program to support undergraduate or graduate programs available to all employees
Information at a Glance
Southco is the leading global manufacturer of Engineered Access Hardware with manufacturing and engineering facilities in the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific regions. From quality and performance to aesthetics and ergonomics, we know small touches make a big difference. The people of Southco are passionate about connecting with our customers to create innovative engineered access hardware solutions aimed at enhancing the "touch points" of our customers' products. With unrivaled global supply and support, innovative products and dedicated people, Southco provides customers throughout the world with the broadest line of high quality Access Hardware Solutions on the market today for applications in the Networking, Telecommunications, Computer, Automotive, Aerospace, Mass Transit, Off-Highway/Construction, RV/Caravan, Industrial Machinery, Marine and HVAC industries.
Benefits we offer our employees:
Generous time off - starting at 3 weeks of annualized PTO (first year is prorated based on start date), 9 company holidays plus 2 floating holidays
401(k) Savings and Investment Plan - Company makes automatic 2% contribution of eligible pay plus matching contributions of 50% up to the first 6% of eligible pay you contribute.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan valued at approximately 4-6% of eligible earnings which includes dividend payments after 3 year vesting period
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) beginning first day of employment; company funds a portion of HSA for high deductible health plans
Company paid Life & Disability Insurance including: Short term, Long Term, and Life
Great Tuition Reimbursement program to support undergraduate or graduate programs available to all employees
You may apply for this position online by selecting the Apply now button. Southco provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Southco complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
