Advance Manufacturing Manager

About Company:

Steele Solutions Inc. is the nations leading designer and manufacturer of platforms and mezzanines used to support equipment in distribution fulfillment and sortation centers throughout the United States. We also design and build structures to support and access equipment in numerous other industries with installations in every state and throughout the world!

About the Role:

The Advance Manufacturing Manager will lead and oversee the implementation of cutting-edge manufacturing processes to enhance production efficiency quality and scalability within the organization. This role is pivotal in driving innovation by integrating advanced technologies such as automation robotics and data analytics into manufacturing operations. The manager will collaborate cross-functionally with engineering quality assurance supply chain and production teams to ensure seamless execution of manufacturing strategies. They will be responsible for continuous improvement initiatives that reduce costs improve throughput and maintain compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Ultimately this position aims to position the company as a leader in advanced manufacturing by fostering a culture of operational excellence and technological advancement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Works closely with manufacturing to identify and resolve manufacturing and quality problems related to methods processes tooling equipment and product design.
• Leads the maintenance department and manufacturing engineer group ensuring facilities and equipment operate efficiently safely and in compliance with regulations
• Process all necessary documentation and maintain records of studies and recommendations for improvements
• Identifies recommends and executes manufacturing process improvements and confers with management to implement plans and recommendations
• Conduct cost comparison studies facility layout and operational data such as production costs production routing procedures to determine efficient utilization of equipment
• Examine equipment determining the ideation and justification for needs of improvement
• Oversee the development of new processes methods and production controls
• Designs tools and fixtures used to manufacture products
• Assists with or oversees installation commissioning and run off of new or relocated machinery/systems.
• Monitors and improves productivity using Lean Six Sigma or related tools ensuring all customer commitments are met with quality products.
• Solves complex problems with development of integrated manufacturing systems standardized processes and templates risk assessment and mitigation and after-action reviews.
• Maintain consistency for all Safety efforts throughout the Company and communicate with plant supervision any deviations of safety procedures
• This position requires travel to all facilities in Wisconsin.
• Other duties as assigned by operational leaders.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelors degree in industrial/ manufacturing engineering
• 5-10 years of experience working with manufacturing processes and equipment

Other Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook Teams)
• Familiarity with CAD CAM and other design software systems
• Familiarity with Robotics CNC programming/operation and other manufacturing technologies
• Familiarity with the use of hand tools power equipment and diverse manufacturing equipment preferred
• Working knowledge of Lean Six Sigma or similar methodologies
• Solid understanding of quality and safety principles
• Excellent troubleshooting analytical and planning skills

Why Will You Love Working Here

A collaborative culture.

Opportunities to make a real impact as we grow.

Competitive pay great benefits and a great team.

Celebrations volunteer days and moments that make work more than just work!

Are You Ready to Join the SSi Team

Required Experience:

Manager