Engineering Manager

Engineering ManagerWood Dale, IL$130,000-147,000From design to delivery, Optimas integrates fastener manufacturing and distribution for greater inventory certainty, consistent quality, and a lower cost of ownership.Fuel your passion with a career at Optimas. Become part of a team of diverse thinkers and doers who make a daily impact on our customers. We're always looking for talented, self-motivated, smart and resourceful team members. And we're committed to developing, supporting and driving your success.Our Values are the THREAD that connects us as one team to ensure that we are accountable for our contributions to the success of our company and customers:TeamworkHonestyRespectExcellenceAccountabilityDrivePosition Summary: The Engineer Manager for OWM reports to the Director of Manufacturing for OMW. The position is responsible for overseeing day-to-day technical activities of the department.ProductsSet-up of new part specificationsCompliance with customer specific and special characteristic requirementsSet up of APQP document setDevelopment of tool set for new partsImprovement of tool sets for existing partsResolution of tool related production and quality issuesProcessesDevelopment of new processes to facilitate introduction of additional product families.Assessment and selection of new equipmentDesign and implementation of machine modificationsCustomer IssuesAdvising on application related issues associated with customer quality concernsAdvising on specification-related issues associated with customer quality concernsAreas of impact:Managing quote processSet up quote processComplete initial feasibility reviewProvide product costManaging new part set up and APQP processComplete feasibility review, ensure all specifications are understood and measurable.Set up of PFD, PFMEA, PCP, and Inspection SheetsManaging customer issuesAssess customer issue when design or specification relatedProvide recommendation on application and specification changesManaging tool designDevelopment of new tool sets for plantDesign for Manufacturing ReviewProgression drawingsShop floor support for new productsShop floor support for problem solvingTool life improvementManaging manufacturing engineeringImprove machine efficiencyImprove machine effectivenessSelection of new machinesDevelopment of new production processesKey Competencies:Plant Orientation and ResponsivenessDrive for ResultsTeam PlayerExcellent Communication and Informing SkillsTimely Decision Making and Problem SolvingExcellent Analytical SkillsProcess OrientationNegotiation Skills and Conflict ManagementQualifications:Minimum 10 years' experience in a manufacturing.Minimum 10 years' fastener tool design experience.AIAG Core Tools: APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC, FMEAIATF 16949 Internal or Lead Auditor highly preferredBachelor's degree in engineering or material sciences.Inspection, Metrology, Metallurgical Analysis Interpretation.GD&T, Print Review, Understanding and interpretation of engineering specifications (IFI, ASME, etc). Fastener experience highly preferred.Lean and Six Sigma experienceTo Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: We appreciate your role in helping connect good people to great jobs. Please understand that Optimas does not accept unsolicited CVs or resumes from agencies. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs or resumes and explicitly reserve our right to contact candidates presented in this manner.Equal Opportunity Employer: Optimas OE Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Optimas OE Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.