Manufacturing Engineering Manager

THIS POSITION IS REQUIRED TO BE IN OUR LAS VEGAS, NV OFFICE 5X PER WEEK, WE ARE NOT ABLE TO OFFER FULL REMOTE TO OUT OF STATE CANDIDATESAbout the CompanyRight from the start, American Locker has continually led the industry we invented with an unstoppable series of innovative solutions - like inventing the first coin-operated locker. Our years of innovative American manufacturing have led us to create the widest range of customized solutions in the industry. Our smart locker systems are built to satisfy any solution with maximum security; intelligent key-less lockers that accept credit cards, charge laptops, send text messages, and more.We're seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to provide leadership for the American Locker manufacturing business and be accountable for overall operational and financial performance. In this role, you will lead manufacturing readiness activities for products moving from prototype through production, manage production releases and execution, rapid prototyping and new product introduction lead the way for continuous improvement and operational efficiency.Manufacturing Engineering & Production ReadinessLead manufacturing readiness activities for products moving from prototype through productionDevelop and maintain routing, work instructions, and labor standardsEnsure BOMs, drawings, and specifications are complete and ready for productionCoordinate first-article builds and production launchesPartner with Product/Design Engineering and Operations to resolve manufacturability issuesIdentify and address engineering gaps that create production delays, rework, or inefficienciesProduction Release & ExecutionSupport the release of work orders into production systems such as MIE TrakEnsure jobs have the engineering information and documentation needed for successful executionTroubleshoot manufacturing engineering issues affecting productionImprove consistency in how work moves from order to instruction to buildPartner with Operations to address production constraints and recurring issuesRapid Prototyping & New Product IntroductionLead manufacturing engineering activities for prototypes and new product introductionsProvide hands-on support for prototyping, particularly in sheet metal fabricationTranslate product concepts and designs into practical manufacturing processesDevelop repeatable processes for moving new products into productionIdentify manufacturability risks early and work cross-functionally to resolve themContinuous Improvement & Operational EfficiencyLead and support Lean and Six Sigma improvement initiatives within manufacturingAnalyze labor, cycle times, workflow, and production constraintsImprove cell layouts, material flow, ergonomics, and standard workIdentify opportunities to reduce scrap, rework, and non-value-added laborPartner with Operations on Kaizen events and continuous improvement activitiesTrack results and ensure improvements are sustainedEngineering Change & QualityManage the Engineering Change Order (ECO) process within manufacturingEnsure engineering changes are communicated and implemented effectively on the production floorLead or participate in root cause analysis for engineering-related defectsDevelop and implement corrective actions in partnership with Quality and OperationsSupport ISO requirements and quality system complianceIdentify recurring issues and help drive permanent solutionsLeadership & Team DevelopmentLead and develop a small manufacturing engineering team, currently consisting of two direct reportsSet clear priorities, expectations, and accountability for the teamAssign and manage day-to-day manufacturing engineering workCoach and develop team members while building stronger technical capabilityEstablish practical processes and structure where additional clarity or consistency is neededEscalate significant risks, resource needs, and priorities to manufacturing leadershipWhat Success Looks LikeManufacturing processes are clearly documented, repeatable, and increasingly scalableProduction disruptions caused by engineering gaps are reducedNew products transition successfully from prototype to productionRoutings, work instructions, BOMs, drawings, and labor standards are accurate and maintainedImprovements in efficiency, throughput, scrap, rework, and quality can be demonstratedEngineering changes are implemented consistently and timelyManufacturing Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Product/Design Engineering work effectively togetherThe manufacturing engineering team has clear priorities and accountabilityKey MetricsLabor variance vs. standardScrap and reworkCycle time and throughputFirst-pass yield / first-article successECO cycle timeRepeat defects and corrective action effectivenessProduction disruptions attributable to engineering issuesAT A MINIMUM, YOU SHOULD HAVE5+ years of manufacturing engineering experiencePrevious experience leading or managing manufacturing engineering employees or technical teams3+ years of hands-on sheet metal manufacturing experienceExperience with rapid prototyping and new product introduction (NPI)Experience developing routings, work instructions, and labor standardsWorking knowledge of BOMs, drawings, specifications, and engineering change processesStrong background in Lean Manufacturing and/or Six SigmaDemonstrated experience solving manufacturing and production problems cross-functionallyExperience working in or improving an established manufacturing environmentLeadership & MindsetHands-on leader who is comfortable working directly with the team and on the manufacturing floorTakes ownership and follows issues through to resolutionComfortable working in an environment where processes continue to evolveAble to establish structure and improve processes without overcomplicating themUses data and practical problem-solving to make decisionsCollaborates effectively across Engineering, Operations, and QualityWilling to ask for support and escalate issues when appropriateMotivated by continuous improvement and helping modernize manufacturing operationsBenefitsWe've got you covered. From 401k with matching, generous PTO, And excellent medical, dental, and vision - we're there for you!You'll have opportunities to advance. We're fans of helping our employees learn different aspects of the business, be challenged with new tasks, mentored, and grow.We celebrate one another's differences and ideas. We're proud of our culture of diversity and inclusion - and, we have programs that bring us together on important issues and provide educational opportunities for all employeesA generous benefits package (Medical, Vision, Dental)401K with employer matchAccrued Paid Time OffThe pay range for this role is $115,000 - $125,000 per year, depending on experience, skills, and location. This range reflects what we believe in good faith we'd pay for this position at the time of posting, and final offers may vary based on qualifications and business needs.Equal Opportunity EmployerLuxer One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.