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Sandvik · 16 hours ago

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Alachua, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Sandvik is a global engineering company with over 41,000 team members worldwide, and they are seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager for their Alachua Production Unit. The role involves leading the Manufacturing Engineering department to ensure efficient and high-quality product design and production, driving process excellence, and collaborating with various functions to achieve continuous improvement and cost reduction.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Build and mentor a high-performing team of manufacturing engineers

Set clear goals, KPIs, and accountability for value-added contributions

Develop and execute the manufacturing engineering strategy aligned with business objectives

Work with Design Engineering to apply DFM principles early in the design phase

Partner with Production to resolve manufacturing issues and improve throughput

Collaborate with Supply Chain on sourcing decisions that impact manufacturability

Design, validate, and implement efficient manufacturing processes for new and existing products

Lead lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement initiatives

Optimize plant layout, workflow, and material handling for maximum efficiency

Oversee design, procurement, and maintenance of tools, fixtures, and equipment

Evaluate and implement automation and advanced manufacturing technologies

Identify and execute cost reduction opportunities without compromising quality

Achieve measurable improvements in productivity, scrap reduction, and cycle time

Maintain accurate process documentation, SOPs, and work instructions

Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards

Own manufacturing readiness for new products, ensuring smooth transition from design to production

Develop robust process validation and risk mitigation plans

Implement and sustain 5S principles (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) across the production floor

Conduct regular audits and training to maintain workplace organization and visual management

Drive cultural adoption of 5S as a foundation for lean manufacturing

Track and report on key metrics: cost savings, efficiency gains, quality improvements

Use data-driven analysis to prioritize improvement projects

Qualification

Manufacturing EngineeringLean ManufacturingSix SigmaProcess OptimizationDesign for ManufacturabilityProject ManagementCross-Functional LeadershipCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTime Management