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Allan James Associates Plastics Recruiters
The Executive Recruiter, Search Firm for Management and Engineering Professionals in the Plastics and Packaging Industries

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Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Title: Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Job ID#: 04008A
Location: Indiana
Salary Minimum: $85,000 to $100,000

Our client is a major international manufacturer of plastic packaging products for the consumer product industry.  Aggressively managed, the firm is continually improving and developing state of the art lean manufacturing systems, automation, and injection molding operations to lead their industry in quality and efficiency.  We have an immediate need for a highly skilled and innovative Manufacturing Engineering Manager to take our client to the next level of performance.  If you are up to the challenge, call or submit your resume today!

 

Responsibilities:

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager will lead the development and implementation of manufacturing processes in a high speed, high volume precision injection molding facility.  Focus will be on continual improvement of quality and process efficiency through the application of advanced lean manufacturing systems and modern technology.  Duties will include:

 

  • Management of Departmental Budgets (Capital and Operating) and supervision of Engineering and Technical personnel.
  • Organization and layout of facilities and equipment for maximum utilization of space and efficiency.
  • Coordinate new product and tooling design and development projects to ensure on-time launch, maufacturability, and maximum process efficiency.
  • Develop Standard Operating Procedures and ensure that Engineering and Technical personnel have the training and skills necessary to utilize advanced technologies, equipment and lean manufacturing techniques to maximize plant efficiencies.
  • Develop and Maintain strong relationships with Tooling, R&D, Maintenance and other internal and external vendors and suppliers to ensure communication and cooperation at the highest levels.
  • Monitor day to day operations to stay informed of problems and assist, as necessary, in the troubleshooting and rapid resolution of those problems.

 

Requirements include:

 

  • BS Mechanical, Plastics, or other Engineering Degree
  • 7 or more years of experience in high speed, high quality injection molding of precision plastic components.
  • Proven skills and track record of utilizing advanced Injection Molding techniques involving intimate knowledge of Tooling (Design, Construction, Function), Thermoplastic Materials, Automation, Processing, and Machines to maximize efficiency, control scrap, and meet stringent quality standards.
  • Skills and Experience in the application of modern Lean Manufacturing Techniques-5S, Six Sigma, TQM, etc.
  • Strong communication and leadership skills combined with outstanding ability to work with all levels of personnel in a team oriented, collaborative environment.

 

Compensation:

  • Client offers excellent salary and a complete benefit package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, 401k, paid holidays and vacations, and assistance in relocation.

  • Location in Indiana is attractive offering a family friendly community, moderate cost of living, and a vibrant local economy..
 

Allan James Associates
Roger A. Aistrup, General Manager
P.O. Box 11370
Springfield, MO 65808
Contact:
Phone: 417-881-6767

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Last Updated: May 3, 2008