Engineering Manager | Swiss-style CNC

Leadership & Organizational Development

• Provide leadership and direction across Engineering, Estimating, and Quality functions.
• Mentor and develop technical personnel while fostering accountability and professional growth.
• Build strong cross-functional partnerships throughout the organization.
• Establish departmental objectives aligned with business goals.
• Serve as a visible leader who commands credibility and respect throughout the company.

Manufacturing & Engineering Excellence

• Guide manufacturing process development, optimization, and implementation.
• Support CNC machining operations with expertise in tooling, fixturing, machining methods, and process improvement.
• Lead initiatives focused on productivity gains, quality enhancement, and cycle-time reduction.
• Provide technical direction for complex manufacturing challenges and root-cause investigations.
• Ensure engineering standards, documentation, and manufacturing instructions remain current and effective.

Customer & Business Engagement

• Serve as a technical resource and point of contact for key customers.
• Participate in customer meetings, manufacturability reviews, and technical discussions.
• Partner with commercial teams to support new business development opportunities.
• Build confidence with customers through strong communication and technical expertise.

Estimating & Commercial Support

• Oversee quotation and cost-estimating activities.
• Evaluate customer drawings, specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Support the development of accurate labor, material, tooling, and subcontractor cost projections.
• Analyze quote performance and project profitability to improve business results.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Partner closely with the Quality team to maintain compliance with ISO and customer-specific requirements.
• Drive corrective actions, root-cause analysis, and preventative quality initiatives.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing principles and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Improve processes that enhance operational efficiency, product quality, and customer satisfaction.

Strategic Leadership

• Contribute to long-range business planning and operational strategy.
• Support capital equipment planning and technology investments.
• Track departmental metrics and performance indicators.
• Help position the organization for continued growth in key markets, particularly medical device manufacturing.

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