As the Production Engineering Manager at Saab, you will lead a skilled team responsible for developing and supporting manufacturing operations in Grayling, MI. This role involves overseeing production engineering activities, ensuring best practices, and driving continuous improvement while fostering collaboration between design and production teams.
Key Responsibilities
Leading a Manufacturing Engineering team
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
Drive continuous improvement for efficient production
Manage technical issues 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
Understanding of Lean and Six Sigma principles
Strong problem solving and root cause determination skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of Technical Data Packages
Ability to implement lean manufacturing tools
Understanding of fixture development and fabrication
Experience with cost accounting and capital expenditure processes
Experience in cost estimation for both materials and labor
Benefits & Perks
Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependentsPaid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays401(k) with immediate vesting on employer matchTuition assistanceStudent loan assistanceWellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programsEmployee stock purchase program with employer match