Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Manufacturing Engineering Manager- PanelsThe Manufacturing Engineering Manager is responsible for leading and managing engineering operations, including project execution, technical development, and cross-functional collaboration to support manufacturing and product innovation. Oversees quality assurance, compliance, and strategic planning while fostering team development and continuous improvement across processes, equipment, and systems.Monday - Friday 8:00AM to 5:00PMKey Responsibilities:Team Leadership & Management Manage and delegate tasks within the engineering team, ensuring balanced workloads.Set direction for technical and maintenance teams.Utilize each engineer in projects and tasks that match their strengths.Coordinate development and camaraderie across departments.Perform all reasonably related duties as assigned.Project & Process Management Plan, coordinate, and manage engineering projects to achieve goals and meet deadlines.Monitor progress against schedules and budgets; allocate resources as needed.Manage capital projects and lead R&D initiatives for new products and processes.Support continuous improvement in safety, efficiency, and performance.Technical Development & Innovation Develop equipment and systems to support manufacturing processes.Participate in product, process, equipment, and method improvements.Ensure preventative maintenance plans are in place.Cross-Functional Collaboration Collaborate with production, quality, purchasing, and sales teams to maintain supply and launch new products.Serve as the technical expert on supply and production issues.Handle internal and external inquiries professionally.Quality Assurance & Compliance Act as, or delegates ISO 9000 and AS9100 management representativeAssess product specifications and ensure alignment with customer requirements.Maintain documentation and control procedures.Liaise with customer auditors and ensure corrective actions, compliance and follow up.Support compliance with government standards and legislation.Reporting & Documentation Write technical and management system reports.Prepare clear internal and external explanatory documents.Strategic Planning & Policy Development Formulate and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and systems for the business unit.Establish service standards for customers or clients.Training & Development Identify and deliver relevant quality-related training.Identify and provide career development and training opportunities to engineering team.Train Production Operators on process or machine specifications.Perform all reasonably related duties as assigned.Qualifications:At least five years progressively more responsible experienceA professional level of knowledge in a specialized field equivalent to that ordinarily acquired by completing a four-year baccalaureate program.Additional Requirements:Must be eligible to work on programs subject to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations).Benefits:Plascore is an established global manufacturer of honeycomb core, composite structures, and cleanrooms. Plascore's lightweight, industrial strength, honeycomb technology is utilized for a multitude of applications within the aerospace, automotive and marine industries. Plascore is an employee driven organization, fueled by professional teams with dedicated years of service to manufacturing.Plascore Benefits:Bonus Programs$1,200 Employee Referral Bonus - Paid in monthly increments.Quarterly Bonus- based on business unit metricsHealth BenefitsHealth Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) with Flex Spending or Health Savings Accounts Free high-deductible health plan for employee only coverage.New Hires are eligible for health insurance benefits on day one!Company provided short-term and long-term disability coverageEmployee Assistance Program- including legal & professional counseling servicesPaid Time OffPaid and unpaid vacation totaling 6 weeks (years of service determines paid portion)8-week paid sabbatical for every 10 years of servicePaid HolidaysParental Leave401(K) & Roth 401(K)50% match up to 6% for all participating employees.Educational SupportTuition Reimbursement for job-related and certificate programsDependent scholarship to cover up to 100% of tuition cost for child dependentsUse of training grants like GoingPro to allow for professional developmentChildcareFlex Spending Account for childcareTri-Share childcare program (2/3 of childcare costs covered)Company EventsAnnual company picnicAnnual golf outingAnnual holiday partyOther PerksWhite-Caps baseball ticket rafflesDiscounts available at: MVP Athletic Club, Stellantis, Bedslide, Enterprise rentals, RX OpticalClean work environmentSmooth pace of workFamily owned and operated.Security of work for an established, growing company that serves a diverse customer base.Bi-Weekly PayConsistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Plascore to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at View email address on click.appcast.io is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristic.