Saab is looking for a Production Engineering Manager to lead a team at their new manufacturing operation in Grayling, MI. This role is key in developing and supporting manufacturing processes, ensuring high-quality production from assembly to shipment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in manufacturing leadership and a passion for continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Lead a Manufacturing Engineering team focused on manufacturing line support
Daily tactical assignment of Manufacturing Engineers, Process Engineers, and Test Technicians
Coaching team on core tenants of each respective discipline
Engage with manufacturing leadership to ensure production efforts are supported
Establish a visual factory
Development of process flows and PFMEAs
Aggregate and prioritize facility requests, capital requests, and technology needs within manufacturing
Drive continuous improvement for efficient production
Manage technical issues that arise on the production floor
Champion the Company values
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
5+ years manufacturing experience
3+ years in a leadership position
Experience leading a technical team in a mixed technologies environment
Understanding of Lean and Six Sigma principles
Knowledge of Technical Data Packages
Strong problem solving and root cause determination skills
Ability to implement lean manufacturing tools
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with cost accounting and capital expenditure processes
Experience in cost estimation for both materials and labor
Understanding of fixture development and fabrication
Benefits & Perks
Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependentsPaid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, floating holidays, designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability401(k) with immediate vesting on employer matchTuition assistanceStudent loan assistanceWellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programsEmployee stock purchase program with employer match