Senior Manufacturing Engineering Manager

We are scaling tomorrow's world, TODAY! We continue to expand our team, a team is shaping the future of our industry and share our passion to reveal the invisible!

Responsible for managing sustaining engineering, process development, and product design improvement efforts, including managing the financial and technical resources to accomplish high sustaining engineering support levels, advancement of process development through new technology, and product design improvement projects. 

Responsible for all plant sustaining engineering resources and projects. Core deliverables include production support, product/process improvements and cost reduction

Responsible for long-term development of new manufacturing technology, automation, and machine integration. Focus on employee development to build strong teams and a pipeline of talent. Focus on technology development to improve manufacturing processes and maintain position as a competitive position as a US-based manufacturer.

***Preference will be given to candidates currently located within commutable distance to Salem, NH. 

This full-time exempt position, will be located in Salem, NH and will report to the Director of Operations

Essential Responsibilities:

• Plan and manage financial and personnel resource priorities for sustaining engineering projects to meet established company goals.

• Actively manage engineering personnel to attain individual professional growth in areas of engineering, manufacturing, quality, safety, project management and clinical application by providing the motivation and opportunity to obtain further training.

• Provide on-going engineering support to resolve component, process, design or equipment problems affecting production or quality; coordinate the execution of specific projects intended to improve efficiency and quality, increase capacity and reduce costs. Facilitate product improvement opportunities through the identification and assessment of high quality, cost competitive suppliers and process improvements.

• Develop a project-based operating plan and yearly budget.

• Responsible for implementing design control activities and for ensuring all project activities are compliant with domestic and international design control regulations.

• Work closely with R&D, Sales, Marketing, and Quality to support new product development efforts. Provide technical leadership within the design transfer and manufacturing start-up stages of NPD.

• Provide technical resources to Marketing in support of customer training, problem resolution and new project identification.

• Manage all aspects of process automation and new manufacturing technology program transitioning to world-class manufacturing supporting safety, quality, delivery and cost. Develop in-depth financial and technical analysis to define and support long-term direction of new manufacturing technology program & strategy.

• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance & manufacturing teams to ensure optimal functionality and availability of manufacturing equipment and facilities. Identify equipment needs, evaluate new technologies, and make recommendations for equipment upgrades or replacements to improve efficiency and capacity.

• Establish and monitor department KPI's. Ensure teams take appropriate countermeasures to resolve and deficiencies.

• Support Lean initiatives through participation and adopt Lean principles into all process improvement activities. Provide leadership guidance and recommendations to the Continuous Improvement program.

• Provide leadership and guidance of cross-functional teams focused on customer complaint investigation and internal resolution.

• Support supply chain processes through supplier evaluation, qualification and resolution of corrective actions. Provide technical support to the supplier audit team.

• Develop, fabricate, qualify, and implement new process technology and equipment to support automation program.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in an engineering or technical discipline.

• At least 10+ years professional work experience in a manufacturing or engineering role and 5+ years management experience.

• Strong project management skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously; PMP certification is desirable.

• Six Sigma project management is a plus.

• Strong working knowledge of manufacturing process including cleanroom assembly, electronics assembly, injection molding, extrusion, ultrasonic welding, RF forming/welding, solvent bonding, adhesive bonding.

• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on continuous improvement.

• Demonstrated experience with Root Cause Analysis and DOE.

• Experience designing and developing process design requirements, and validating processes and equipment to meet those requirements. Demonstrated experience with automation equipment and programming software is preferred.

• Advanced computer skills using MS Office applications, Visual and other designated systems.

• Excellent writing, technical, and problem solving skills in the necessary engineering disciplines.

• Knowledge of ISO requirements.

• Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate with all levels of the organization.

MISC:

• Able to lift up to 50lbs

• Travel may be required

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GPD will require proof of status prior to employment. 

About GPD

At GPD Optoelectronics, we believe that by operating with integrity and trust we drive constant organizational improvement, which strengthens our relationships with our employees and customers. Customer success remains our highest priority, so we strive to deliver high-quality products on time, and provide unparalleled service, responsiveness, and collaboration.

Founded in 1973 as Germanium Power Devices Corp, we began by making high-quality germanium transistors. Since the early 1980’s we have earned our place as a trusted manufacturer of both germanium and indium gallium arsenide photodiodes. We are located in Salem, NH.