Manufacturing & Maintenance Engineering Manager

Systems, LLC, an affiliate of Chamberlain Group, is a U.S.-based manufacturer of loading dock equipment—marketed under the Poweramp, DLM, and McGuire brands. With manufacturing facilities in Germantown, Wisconsin and Malvern, Arkansas, all products are designed and produced in the USA using lean manufacturing techniques. We strive to recruit the best talent in the industry and give employees opportunities for continuing education and training to help them advance in their careers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Lead problem solving activities related to major downtime, quality or safety issues by analyzing BOMs, interpreting drawings, engineering specifications and can consult ERP basic transactions to support production in engineering related problems and for continuous improvements and KPIs

Lead process implementation activities for NPD projects and supports schedules and timelines considering layout strategy, lean manufacturing principles and six sigma guidelines for successful implementation

Review Quality System Tools and procedures including SPC, PFMEA, and assigns activities to improve Operational KPIs and/or solve quality related problems. Audits work instructions and Chamberlain Manufacturing System documentation

Approve of Designs, Quotes, Purchases of fixtures, tools, workstation improvements, equipment, and processes, etc. to Support NPD, Productivity, new processes and continuous improvement, CQPs and PPAPs

Identify opportunity areas and advises the application of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools and principles to different areas or plantwide projects to improve manufacturing, material flow and process overall performance

Define standards and manages information regarding Industrial engineering process information like Time Study, Standard Work, Capacity, Line Balancing; create, update and audit process layout when changes are being implemented

Assist in the development and help own capital plan; Prepares annual department budget

Manages and executes the automation roadmap

Develop productivity pipeline and ensure annual productivity targets are achieved

Collaborate closely with Product Engineering to proactively troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and implement effective, timely solutions that support production continuity and continuous improvement

Enable and schedule brainstorming sessions for ideas and follow-up on implementation of productivity projects related to labor, overhead and material through engineering tools, process automation opportunities, relay outs, capacity increases, engineering changes, etc.

Audit and train engineers to support and elaborate Operational Safety Risks, Job Safety Analysis (ASTs) and Safety Practices for the manufacturing processes and resolves major risk points to reduce operational risk; Reviews Ergonomic guidelines and validates layout and workstations to comply with ergonomic standards

Lead and follow up on projects and review proper management regarding schedule, constraints and resources to meet target implementation dates for assigned projects; collaborate with a cross-functional leadership team

Manage training and skill-related development plans for manufacturing engineering and maintenance team to achieve KPIs and develop individual and team performance

Manage, coach and mentor team on application of engineering and maintenance methods and processes

Budgets and Calculates manufacturing engineering and maintenance staffing to meet to KPI's, annual goals, new products schedules, productivity goals and support other projects in the area roadmap

Collaborate with facilities engineering utility systems, equipment, heating, air conditioning, ventilating, refrigeration systems, fire protection and security systems to make sure they are properly designed, operated and maintained

Comply with health and safety guidelines and rules; managers should also ensure compliance across their teams

Protect Chamberlain Group’s and Multi-Fab’s reputation by keeping information confidential

Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reading professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies

Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed

Supervision Exercised

Motivate and lead a high performance team by attracting, developing, engaging and retaining team members

Drive the performance management and compensation processes by communicating job expectations, monitoring and evaluating performance, providing feedback and facilitating employee development per the company’s policies

Maintain transparent communication by appropriately communicating organization information to team through department meetings, one‑on‑one meetings, appropriate email, IM and regular interpersonal communications

Lead and motivate individuals and teams to create a workplace culture that is consistent with the Chamberlain Group mission, vision and values

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechatronic or Mechanical Engineering

Green Belt

Lean Manufacturing Certification

12+ years of experience

Prior supervisory experience

Data collection and analysis skills

Project management skills

Working Knowledge and Application of Lean Manufacturing, DFM, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Total Cost of Ownership

Ability to work in an environment that embraces cross‑functional collaborative team driven results

Ability to effectively communicate in group settings to provide a simple concise message

Demonstrated proficient interpersonal, listening and negotiation skills

Quickly learn and have the ability to teach complicated concepts to others and engage all levels of the organization

Advanced English proficiency

The pay range for this position is $96,800.00 - $182,450.00; base pay offered may vary depending on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. In addition to base pay, also offered is a comprehensive benefits package and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). This position is eligible for participation in a short‑term incentive plan subject to the terms of the applicable plans and policies.

Chamberlain Group wants all of its employees to succeed and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and you’ll be considered for this role regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, ancestry, marital, disabled or veteran status. We’re committed to fostering an environment where people of all lived experiences feel welcome.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].

NOTE: Staffing agencies, headhunters, recruiters, and/or placement agencies, please do not contact our hiring managers directly.

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