Manufacturing Process Engineer Manager at Pivotal Talent Search in Sterling, Illinois

Job Description:

• Lead manufacturing processes for a control transformer facility, ensuring timely production aligned with specifications.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering, Production, and Materials teams to drive operational excellence.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory standards (UL, CSA, CE, ISO, MOL, waste management).
• Balance responsibilities between office and manufacturing environments.

• Assign and prioritize weekly workloads for the team.
• Review and approve project deliverables.
• Handle performance management for direct reports, including training and succession planning.
• Approve vacation and leave requests.
• Participate as an active member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC).

• Implement innovative solutions to enhance manufacturing efficiency and reduce costs.
• Evaluate cost-saving ideas and conduct post-audits for sustainability.
• Prepare justifications and presentations for leadership as needed.

• Lead development of tooling, methods, and layout for manufacturing processes.
• Analyze trends from Manufacturing Operating System (MOS) data and propose actions.
• Resolve quality issues, update labor standards, and ensure adherence to practices.
• Drive KPI improvements and create/maintain process documentation.
• Implement lean initiatives and 5S for a safe, clean work environment.

• Develop and implement capital plans, including justifications and schedules.
• Optimize plant capacity to meet sales demands.

• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements for equipment, safety, and environmental standards.
• Conduct process safety reviews (PSRs) and assist with accident analysis.

• Oversee resolution of non-routine maintenance issues.
• Ensure preventive maintenance for critical equipment.
• Support facility standards compliance and CMMS software management.

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering (or similar).
• Professional Engineer (P-Eng) certification required.

• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing tools and large equipment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles (VSM, Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, waste elimination).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ERP systems (Infor Syteline preferred), and Microsoft Office Suite.

• 5+ years in senior manufacturing/quality engineering roles.
• Proven experience leading continuous improvement initiatives.
• 5+ years of project management and people leadership experience.