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Summit Polymers is a leading Tier 1 Automotive Supplier of automotive interior systems . As a world-class automotive supplier of injection molded interior trim, we specialize in the engineering, manufacturing, and assembly of feature based registers, consoles and trim panels. JOIN A TEAM WHERE YOU'LL BE CHALLENGED AND valued.

A career with Summit Polymers means working with smart people in a culture that thrives on challenging, meaningful work. At Summit, we look for growth potential with every hire. We don't just fill seats, we set people on career paths. We're always on the lookout for smart people who are committed to continuous improvement, customer service and quality.

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Manager, Engineering (Manufacturing) FLSA STATUS: Exempt

REPORTS TO: General Manager

SUMMARY

This is a technical and managerial position responsible for directing the manufacturing engineering team at a Summit Polymers manufacturing facility. While working collaboratively with plant and corporate resources in program development, the manufacturing engineering manager is responsible to develop and deliver robust product designs, tooling and processes to production. Typical tooling and processes include: injection molds, mold processing & automation, paint equipment & tooling, paint automation & processing, and secondary assembly equipment & processes. The Manufacturing Engineering Manager provides tooling and process support for three shift production operations through life of program. The Manufacturing Engineering Manager is a champion of effective root cause problem solving and driving continuous improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Is responsible for the following major tasks:

Directs, prioritizes and schedules activities of subordinates to achieve plant and department performance objectives for safety, quality, productivity, and delivery
Ensures proper training of engineers and mentors them and other key personnel to ensure a competent workforce
Owner of capable manufacturing processes throughout plant
Directs the development, validation, documentation, control of all:
Injection molding processes and molding automation systems
Paint processes, robot programs and paint automation systems
Assembly processes
All other processes
Develops standardized work (Operator Instruction Sheets) and trains key manufacturing personnel
Leads root cause problem solving and continuous improvement activities, working with manufacturing and maintenance, to solve problems related to safety, scrap, operational availability (machine up time), and productivity (cycle times)
Collaborates with the plant lean manufacturing team on eliminating waste and implementing lean tools and practices.
Collaborates with corporate engineering, advanced manufacturing, and plant staff on new products in development and production engineering changes( ECs)
Provides necessary plant Manufacturing Engineering resources necessary to complete KBPD development
Participates in program quote development, provides feedback and assumptions based on customer data received, ensures quoted machine sizes, cycles times and scraps rates can be achieved
Reviews part and system design for manufacturability considering molding, painting, assembly, and packaging perspectives
Leads development and maintenance of PFMEAs
Participates in Mold Design Reviews, assessing designs for robust tooling conditions, process and part removal optimization, and ease of maintenance
Leads paint process planning and directs and reviews paint rack concepts and prototypes assessing ergonomics, density, part retention, and ability to paint all surfaces per requirements
Participates in assembly process planning, reviews machine design for safety, ergonomics, robustness, and productivity
Directs customer, internal, and supplier product packaging development.
Champions introduction of new product tooling and processes into plant, collaborating with plant staff to schedule, train, process, trial run, document as required to fully prepare for production
Communicates ECs with the plant and schedules and manages implementation of changes to injection molds, paint, and assembly machines and processes
Directs tooling and equipment preventive maintenance and repairs
Molding - Develops preventive maintenance instructions & schedules and directs repairs of injection molds, end of arm tooling, and degaters.
Paint - Develops preventive maintenance instructions & schedules and directs repairs of paint racks, paint fluid equipment, and paint lines
Assembly - Develops preventive maintenance instructions & schedules and directs repairs of assembly equipment
Directs outside vendors when required for maintenance and repair
Ensures compliance with all OSHA and other regulatory and safety standards
Supports development of and adherence to IATF 16949 systems and procedures
Ensures compliance with environmental procedures and reporting requirements
Administers and tracks cost reduction efforts.
Other duties as assigned.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelors degree in related engineering discipline
Five years' engineering experience in an automotive environment
Required - working knowledge of injection mold design, maintenance and repair, scientific injection mold processing, robotic part removal end of arm tooling and programming
Desired - working knowledge of paint processing and robotic programming, and secondary assembly processes (including plastic welding techniques, PLC programming)
Supervisory or managerial experience in an automotive environment
Independent thinking with strong analytical and problem solving skills is essential
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally both verbally...

Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity