Engineering Manager

Engineering ManagerNesco Resource has partnered with a growing client in Springfield, KY that manufactures metal stampings for the OEM Automotive Industry. The company supplies body panels, structural parts, and sub-assemblies to major Automotive Manufactures and Tier 1 companies, including the capability to fabricate stamping dies. Our client is a local company that offers competitive salary and benefits and we take pride in our team members and the products we produce. Responsibilities include:Manage and supervise the engineering department to include engineers, hoshin goals, and budget.Assist in the engineering of manufacturing process by ensuring bill of materials and routing accuracy and maintaining tooling and production equipment for productivity and safety.Assist in the development of new and improved manufacturing processes through analyzing and improving the plant layout, purchasing new and more efficient equipment, and finding ways to reduce manufacturing costs (i.e. reduce scrap, set-up time, etc.).Work with other departments to ensure required support for new products or processes is being provided.Assist with the management of department's project list to ensure priorities are completed in a timely manner.Must be flexible and able to work in all areas and in your department regardless of duties listed above in order to accomplish company's goals and objectives.Qualifications:Must have a thorough background in press tooling and welding equipment. Must be able to develop tooling from concept to installation.Must be willing to take on new areas and willing accept new assignments in new technical areas.An experienced leader and having the technical skills in lean manufacturing techniques, kaizen, and process improvement with appropriate industry experience, preferably in the automotive industry.Qualifications: Travel 20% a) Inside US travel required b) Outside US travel required/Passport requiredBachelor's degree (BS) in Engineering or equivalent, ANDA minimum of ten (10) to fifteen (15) years' related experience and/or training; OR equivalent combination of education and experience in several of the manufacturing (operational) areas and at the highest level of a corporation, preferably in an automotive manufacturing environment.PRO030Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.