Engineering Manager

Job Description

Job Description

The Engineering Manager will oversee plastic engineering, manufacturing engineering and sustaining engineering, ensuring efficient production processes and continuous improvement of existing products. This role requires a hands-on approach, contributing directly to the team's capacity and technical expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage and mentor a team of mechanical, manufacturing and plastic engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
2. Oversee the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes to ensure high-quality and cost-effective production.
3. Lead efforts to maintain and improve existing products, addressing any issues and implementing enhancements.
4. Plan, execute, and monitor engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with company goals.
5. Lead teams to solve problems and make improvements using a variety of techniques.
6. Collaborate with production and product development teams to maintain product supply and help introduce new products into the manufacturing environment.
7. Encourage and facilitate innovative solutions to engineering challenges, promoting continuous improvement.
8. Actively participate in engineering tasks, providing technical support and increasing team capacity.
9. Provide direct support to Leadership concerning products, product changes, quality concerns and other technical product concerns.

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive. Other duties may be required to be undertaken which fall within the scope and general level of responsibility attached to the role.

What you will need to succeed:

Education & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
• 10 years’ related work experience in engineering, with at least 5 years in a managerial role
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with a proven track record of mentoring and developing engineering teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in continuous improvement initiatives, resulting in significant cost savings and efficiency gains
• Demonstrated expertise in implementing Lean principles to streamline engineering processes, reduce waste, and enhance productivity. Green-Belt Certification Preferred
• Proficiency in design, sustaining and manufacturing engineering practices, and general project management
• Proficiency in assembly practices including automation processes
• Proficiency in custom injection molded parts (design and processes)
• Demonstrated ability to contribute technically to engineering tasks and projects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• First-rate organizational skills and ability to multi-task

Key Performance Indicators:

• Completion of projects on a timely basis and to budget
• Timely shop-floor support minimizing production downtime
• Reduction of product field failures to world class levels
• Improvement of cycle times and production throughput
• Ability to understand technical and business challenges and make decisions regarding complexity, timing and cost

Compensation:

• Salaried

Travel:

• Less than 10%

Location:

• Kinetico Corporate Headquarters, Newbury, OH

Why Join Kinetico:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Insurance Coverage
• Employer Provided Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefits
• 401(k) Contribution Matching Program
• Employer Funded Defined Contribution Plan
• Paid Vacation, Holidays and Community Service Volunteer Time-off Benefit
• Wellness Program
• Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program

Our Commitment and Difference:

Founded in 1970, Kinetico was started by two engineers who pioneered the development of non-electric, fully automatic water treatment systems. Evolving from the Tangent Company, a small consulting design firm, Kinetico soon became a global organization of independent dealers, international distributors representing nearly 100 countries. Through the dedication of its founders, employees and distribution network, Kinetico has experienced tremendous success. The company has grown from a two-man, creative undertaking into a strong and dynamic organization.

Innovative technology and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction have distinguished the company and positioned Kinetico as a leader in today’s ever-changing water treatment industry manufacturing water softeners, along with a wide range of systems that improve water quality for general use, as well as those that provide high-quality drinking water for consumption. Kinetico products are Third Party certified to confirm quality and performance and complimented by the most comprehensive warranties in the industry.

Kinetico is part of the Axel Johnson Group of companies, a global organization and fifth generation company that continues to be successful in developing leading businesses.

Kinetico Incorporated is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act*), or any other legally protected status, with respect to employment opportunities.

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