What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineering Manager position at Val-Matic Valve & Mfg. Co.?
Since 1966, Val-Matic Valve has been delivering products and services that are essential in providing clean water and other fluids to industries and homes around the world. Today, Val-Matic manufactures nine types of air valves and is the leading supplier of air valves in North America. As a subsidiary of A.Y. McDonald Industries, our company is family owned and privately operated. If you’re looking for a job that leaves you feeling fulfilled and valued, then look no further than Val-Matic Valve.
Summary
The Manufacturing Engineering Manager is responsible for the Manufacturing Engineering Function. This role will be expected to plan, direct and improve the manufacturing process for optimal and efficient production operation and use of company assets.
Responsibilities
- Directs the activities of the ME group in the development of production documentation, methods, tooling and equipment requirements, make/buy decisions, and MEC projects.
- Optimize the facilities layout.
- Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods and processes.
- Applies lean techniques, directs and assists employees in the use of these techniques and tools to reduce waste and improve overall productivity.
- Analyze capital requirements and submit recommendations for the Capital Plan. Monitor capital Plan and submit capital expenditure requests assigned. Implement capital projects in accordance with company budget and strategy.
- Works with other managers and supervisors to ensure program schedules are met, problems are addressed, and process improvements are implemented.
- Establish departmental policy and procedures and create or modify work instructions in accordance with the QMS.
- Analyze and plan work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
- Recommend product design changes to improve manufacturability and improve quality.
- Supports purchasing with suppliers to assist in solving issues, determine product specifications, arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
- Estimates production times, staffing requirements and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
- Advises management of needs in areas of control.
Required Qualifications
- BS degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing or Manufacturing Technology
- MINIMUM 10 years’ experience in a related industry AND
- 2 years in a supervisory capacity.
- Formal training in lean manufacturing
- Working knowledge of manufacturing methods in a machining and an assembling environment.
- Knowledge of quality systems in an ISO9001 environment.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to be on feet up to 8-12 hours per shift
- Use of hands and fingers to perform job function
- Ability to stoop, kneel, bend and climb
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
Wages
$100,000 - $125,000
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Shot-Term Disability
- 401k Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Birthday off
- PTO
- Free Uniforms with laundry service
- $2000 Retention Bonus
- Employee Referral Program
- Shift Premium
- Safety equipment reimbursement
A pre-employment Background Check and 6 panel (no THC) Drug screen required.
Val-Matic® is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
