The Manufacturing Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the
development, implementation, and continuous improvement of safe, lean, and
cost-effective manufacturing processes. This position oversees the Manufacturing
Engineering function, maintenance programs, capital investments, productivity
initiatives, and technical projects to support operational efficiency, product
quality, safety, and business objectives.
The role partners with Operations and other internal and external functions to
identify improvement opportunities, reduce process deviations and unplanned
waste, optimize manufacturing equipment, and ensure the successful execution of
new product introductions and product or process transfers.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and supervise the Manufacturing Engineering team, including
manufacturing, industrial, test equipment, maintenance, and process
engineering personnel.
* Define and implement safe, lean, reliable, and cost-effective manufacturing
processes.
* Establish the resources, responsibilities, and technical capabilities
required within the Manufacturing Engineering function.
* Develop and execute engineering plans to achieve operational targets and key
performance indicators established in coordination with the Operations
Director.
* Monitor engineering performance and provide regular status and KPI reporting.
* Lead continuous improvement and Operational Excellence initiatives focused on
productivity, waste reduction, cost improvement, and process optimization.
* Identify and implement opportunities to reduce equipment downtime and improve
manufacturing flow through Lean methodologies, including SMED.
* Manage capital investment projects and plant appropriation requests,
including project justification, return on investment, savings, depreciation,
and cost analysis.
* Ensure engineering and capital projects are completed according to
established objectives and timelines.
* Manage manufacturing equipment assets, maintenance expenses, spare
📌 Manufacturing Engineering Manager (México)
🏢 Ametek
📍 México