Rite-Hite · 18 hours ago
Mfg Engineering Mgr
USA-MS-Horn Lake
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expRite-Hite is the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, dedicated to delivering solutions that enhance safety and productivity. The Mfg Engineering Manager will lead and manage the engineering team to develop and optimize manufacturing processes, ensuring operational excellence.
Home ImprovementIndustrialIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturingProfessional ServicesService IndustryWarehousing
Responsibilities
Create, test, document and approve ECN's (engineering change notice) as needed to effectively address warranty issues, manufacturing requests and/or purchasing requests
Serve as a technical liaison between Horn Lake manufacturing team and Milwaukee based product engineering teams with respect to new product development to ensure manufacturability of products. Specific responsibilities will include assisting with BOM's (bill of materials) as needed, develop labor times, standard operating procedures and written work instructions
Interface as key technical contact with RHPC engineering in Milwaukee
Meet established welding and assembly design criteria by ensuring compliance with work procedures and instructions
Analyzes and plans space requirements, workflow and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency
Ensure that all required tooling is in place and meets engineering design criteria
Responsible for the facility management of the Horn Lake facility on a day-to-day basis. This includes the loading dock equipment, forklifts, production equipment, machines, and operation of the mechanical equipment from plumbing to electrical. This position also is responsible for the day-to-day quality audits and feedback to the production team on a daily/weekly basis
Ensure compliance with the engineering budget that is in place on an annual basis
Review/ order engineered product to ensure product structures and BOM's are correct. Work with Applications and Engineering to build labor and quality standards as required. He/she will assist and recommend in the automation of equipment and processes to assist in the ergonomic and productivity of manufacturing RHPC products
In conjunction with manufacturing and purchasing, complete Value Analysis projects to reduce current costs through redesign and/or use of alternate components
Drive continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and 5S to enhance efficiency, reduce waste and improve product quality
Manage capital projects, including equipment selection, layout planning, and justification for investment
Analyze production metrics and root cause issues to improve, reduce downtime, and enhance process liability
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering or related field
Five + years related experience including supervisory responsibility (or project management responsibilities) or equivalent combination of education and experience
Working knowledge of Solid works and AutoCAD (or equivalent software)
Thorough knowledge of BOM structures and item masters as required for manufacturing and engineering support
Knowledge of JD Edwards required as needed for engineering purposes
Drive continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and 5S to enhance efficiency, reduce waste and improve product quality
Manage capital projects, including equipment selection, layout planning, and justification for investment
Analyze production metrics and root cause issues to improve, reduce downtime, and enhance process liability
Preferred
Professional certifications such as Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or PMP
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance.
A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.
A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.
Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.
Company
Rite-Hite
Rite-Hite is a manufracturer of loading dock equipment, industrial doors, safety barriers, HVLS fans, industrial curtain walls.
1001-5000 employees
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Marc Sundquist
President & CEO at Rite-Hite Doors
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