Production Engineering Manager

Join a company with a strong leadership team that values its employees. Great opportunities for growth at this Milwaukee-based company! The main focus of this role is to enhance, execute, and enhance factory processes. Serving as the bridge between design engineering and production, you bring the necessary manufacturing expertise for launching new products and making changes to existing ones. You will be responsible for improving production capacity, quality, cost reduction, safety enhancements, and maximizing efficiency. This position reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager.Organization – A key player in the heavy mobile equipment sectorA growing segment of a $1 Billion heavy mobile equipment company with around 6,000 employees globally.Production orders secured for the next year.Dynamic, internal mentor, now leading the team as the Manufacturing Engineering Manager.Emphasis on safety and individual growth within the positive company culture.Benefits and Perks – Employee appreciation is a top priority!Attractive Benefits and Compensation Package – 4.5% Employer match on 401K, Health, Vision, Dental, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance and more.8% Bonus OpportunityFlexible work hours that promote work-life balance.Professional development support, On-site fitness center, On-site nurse.Strong emphasis on work-life balance and fostering a culture of continuous improvementCasual dress code, jeans are acceptable every day.Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Responsibilities:Strategize, support, and oversee the introduction of products to the production line. Manage the assimilation of new products into existing lines with a focus on process improvement, pFMEA, and line efficiency.Establish Operation Method Standards for product assembly.Utilize advanced knowledge of Lean Concepts and continuous improvement to eliminate waste in manufacturing processes.Resolve production line issues through troubleshooting.Lead projects to mitigate risks, ensure ISO compliance, and reduce expenses.Drive design improvements in the manufacturing process, including layout, tooling, and part flow.Justify capital equipment investments.Promote safety and ergonomic practices.Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 1 to 6 years of experience in manufacturing engineering (3.0+ GPA required for under 3 years of experience)Proficiency in computer applications including CAD, Word, Excel, and AccessKnowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologiesExperience with production line layout is a plus