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The announced job offer is made public by the firm: Wright Manufacturing Inc and it was included in jobs list the date of: 2022-10-22 in the website greenenergyjobsonline.com.
It is announced that they have a job offer at the category of Engineering and the jobs location is in the state of Maryland at the city Frederick, in the country US - at this current ZipCode: 21703
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Job Overview
Due to our exciting growth, Wright Manufacturing is looking for an experienced, dynamic Production Engineering Manager to join our Team. This important position will be responsible to develop and improve our company's manufacturing capabilities through leadership of Wright's Production Engineering Group, for supporting our growth in overall plant capacity, and the continuous improvement of efficiency, quality, and safety through all production processes. Department core responsibilities encompass:
o Production/manufacturing engineering
o Equipment planning and maintenance
o Facilities planning and maintenance.
Primary Duties:
Collaborates with other manufacturing managers and leadership to assess and set priorities across teams
Evaluate and develop manufacturing processes by designing and conducting capability studies; applying knowledge of product design and customer requirements, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; procuring and installing equipment; gathering feedback from operators
Research, design, modify, and test manufacturing methods and equipment. Assess cost effectiveness and feasibility of new proposed processes; make and implement recommendations to reduce costs and improve efficiency
Provide guidance and oversight in development and execution of plant renovations and expansions; coordinates outside contractors and vendors
Design and fabricate new tools, fixtures, machines, equipment, etc.
Process efficiency improvement thru simple automation
Coach direct reports in their high volume of daily smaller projects and iterations to kaizen processes, tooling, or conduct problem solving related to the tools and machines of the factory
Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout
Assure product quality and process capability by designing testing methods; testing finished-product and determining process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes
Provide manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements
Convert forecasts and time process measurements into strategic plans for adjustments to or additions of equipment, tooling, and specialized material carts
Prepare product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
Lead the programs, activities, and responsibilities around facilities maintenance (doors, lighting, fire alarm, security system, utilities, HVAC, repair requests to building owner, etc.)
Maintain product and company quality by adhering to government regulations.
Maintain equipment programing and process databases used by equipment to make in-spec parts (e.g. laser, press programs, etc.)
Create and implement cost saving measures to reduce scrap, processing time, WIP, operator motion, and downtime
Champion sustainment and continuous improvement of TPM philosophy and process throughout the factory
Champion project management of New Product Introductions and, in collaboration with Design Engineering team and all other operations teams, ensure smooth product launches.
Champion Design for Manufacturing principles in collaboration with production and design teams
Support other departments in their objectives and perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Recruit, interview, hire, and train new staff in the department
Oversee daily workflow of the department
Provide constructive and timely performance evaluations
Handle discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy
Promote a culture of teamwork, quality communication, mutual trust, dignity, respect, fairness, consistency, two-way communication, teamwork, and harmony within and between teams
Provide direction and motivation to team members emphasizing safety, quality, efficiency, productivity, cost reduction, and morale.
Successful Production Engineering Manager candidates should possess the following skills and abilities:
- Thorough understanding of plant, industrial, mechanical and tooling engineering
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills
- Workflow design
- Hands on mechanical aptitude. Strong understanding of core fabrication processes and associated equipment and tooling: steel processing, weld, paint, assembly
- Strong comprehension of, and experience in, applying LEAN Manufacturing philosophy and tools
- Computer proficiencies:
- Data analysis
- CAD (computer aided design)
- CAM (computer aided manufacturing)
- PLC
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Management, or equivalent experience in manufacturing engineering field, required.
- At least 7 years of relevant experience required
- Project management experience dealing with capital investments greater than $500k
Wright Manufacturing is proud to offer the following benefits:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Company Paid Life Insurance and long term disability
Health Savings Accounts/Flexible Spending Accounts/Dependent Care Savings Accounts
401(k) with a company match of up to 4% of your contribution with full vesting upon eligibility
Paid Leaves starting at 120 per year
8 PAID Holidays
Voluntary Short-term Disability and Supplemental Life Insurance
Due to the volume of applications received only those applicants identified for the interview process will be contacted.
All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
We work hard and care deeply. Why? Because quality matters. Our customers depend on our team to build a quality product.
At Wright Manufacturing, Inc. we are More than just a mower Find out why at
WMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Employer Overview

Wright Manufacturing Inc
Maryland, Frederick - 21703- Agency