Manufacturing Engineering Manager - Springfield, MA

apartmentMichael Page placeSpringfield calendar_month 

About Our Client

My client is a leading manufacturer of complex industrial products, serving a wide range of industries including automotive, material handling, and food processing. With multiple U.S. manufacturing locations, the company is known for its high-performance components used in critical industrial applications.

Job Description

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager's responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Lead and manage engineering projects to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC) objectives.
  • Supervise and mentor Manufacturing Engineers, fostering a collaborative, accountable, and improvement-driven culture.
  • Oversee budgeting, tooling design, implementation, and resource allocation to support efficient production output.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards; partner with Safety and Quality teams to continuously improve programs.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
  • Champion lean manufacturing initiatives, including Kanban, Kaizen, SMED, and 5S.
  • Design and optimize tools and dies in Solid Edge; apply DFM principles to reduce lead times and complexity.
  • Evaluate and improve existing tooling for performance, quality, and tool life; train operators as needed.
  • Develop low-cost automation systems, including control systems, sensors, pneumatics, and PLC integration.
  • Conduct theoretical analysis, simulations, FMEA, and experiments to support manufacturing improvements.
  • Write equipment specifications, qualification plans, and lead installations and commissioning of new equipment.
  • Support ISO/OSHA audits and ensure ongoing compliance with industry standards.
  • Plan and optimize workforce utilization, facility layout, and workflow for maximum productivity.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Manufacturing Engineering Manager will have the following qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering required, a Master's degree is preferred.
  • 8+ years of relevant engineering experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access)
  • Strong understanding of engineering principles and GD&T print interpretation
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally

Apply today for immediate consideration!

What's on Offer
  • Competitive compensation
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • 401K with company match
  • Full health insurance including medical, dental and vision
  • Generous PTO
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Great company culture
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