Manufacturing Engineering Manager at Holley Performance

Bowling Green, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Data Analysis, Quality Compliance, Team Development, Communication, Problem Solving, CAD/CAM, ERP Systems, Machining, Assembly, Casting, Fabrication

Industry

Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing

Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineering Manager Department: Operations / Manufacturing Reports To: Senior Operations Manager Location: Bowling Green, KY Position Summary The Manufacturing Engineering Manager leads a team of engineers[AM1] to improve manufacturing processes, enhance product quality, and optimize production efficiency within an aftermarket automotive manufacturing environment. This role drives continuous improvement initiatives, supports new product introductions, and ensures that manufacturing systems meet the company’s safety, quality, cost, and delivery objectives. Key Responsibilities * Leadership & Management * Lead, mentor, and develop a team of manufacturing engineers and industrial[AM2] engineers[AM3] . * Coordinate cross-functional efforts between production, quality, maintenance, and design engineering. * Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for engineering and process improvements. * Process Improvement * Analyze and optimize manufacturing processes to reduce waste, improve throughput, and ensure consistent quality. * Implement lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and continuous improvement initiatives. * Evaluate and integrate new technologies and automation to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness. * New Product Introduction (NPI) * Collaborate with product engineering and R&D to ensure seamless transition of new products into production. * Develop manufacturing process documentation, work instructions, and tooling requirements for new products. * Quality & Compliance * Ensure processes comply with ISO, IATF 16949, and other applicable standards. * Partner with Quality to address root cause analysis and corrective actions for process-related issues. * Maintain strong adherence to safety and environmental standards. * Equipment & Tooling * Oversee design, specification, and acquisition of production equipment and tooling. * Manage preventive maintenance and capital improvement projects. * Data & Cost Management * Develop and manage departmental budgets for engineering projects and capital expenditures. * Use data-driven analysis to justify investments and process changes. Qualifications * Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering. * Experience: 7–10+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role within the automotive or aftermarket manufacturing industry. * Technical Skills: * Proficiency in CAD/CAM, process simulation, and ERP systems. * Strong understanding of machining, assembly, casting, fabrication, and/or performance automotive parts manufacturing. * Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and statistical process control (SPC). * Soft Skills: * Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. * Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Performance Indicators * Improvement in production efficiency and scrap reduction. * Successful execution of capital projects on time and within budget. * Reduction in downtime and manufacturing costs. * Achievement of quality and delivery targets. * Team development and retention.

Responsibilities

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager leads a team to improve manufacturing processes and optimize production efficiency. This role drives continuous improvement initiatives and ensures compliance with safety and quality standards.