Manufacturing Engineering Manager

PSG® is the global pump, metering and dispensing-solution expert, enabling the safe and efficient transfer of critical and valuable fluids that require optimal performance and reliability in applications where it matters most. Additionally, PSG is a leading provider of flow meters designed to reduce waste and downtime while accurately measuring, monitoring and controlling the distribution of fluids. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, USA, PSG is comprised of several world-class brands, including Abaque®, All-Flo, Almatec®, Blackmer®, Ebsray®, em-tec®, Griswold®, Hydro, Malema, Mouvex®, Neptune®, PSG® Biotech, Quantex, Quattroflow®, and Wilden®. PSG products are manufactured on three continents North America, Europe, and Asia in state-of-the-art facilities that practice lean manufacturing and are ISO-certified. PSG is part of the Pumps & Process Solutions segment of Dover Corporation. For additional information on PSG, please visit .

We thrive on winning and being number one; and are always looking to add the best and brightest to our talented team of professionals. PSG offers a unique combination of the both small company atmosphere: with an ownership mindset that allows you to make close-to-the-customer decisions; an innovative approach in seeing beyond what is possible today and entrepreneurial spirit in the pursuit of new opportunities; combined with benefits of a large companys scale, tools, expertise, and financial strength with Dover. Join PSG, a growing global company where your curiosity, hard work and ambition is rewarded with exceptional career opportunities in a friendly & fast paced environment.

PSG is part of the Pumps and Process Solutions segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team of over 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible.

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager is a results-oriented leader who will empower their team or engineers, continuous improvement specialist, and maintenance to foster innovation and successfully deliver on project, program, organizational, and company goals. Will oversee facility technical planning, plant maintenance, and execution of all manufacturing/production related projects to improve quality, cost, delivery, and safety.

The Manufacturing Engineer Manager also provides ongoing support for Value Stream leadership in the areas of productivity improvement and lead time reduction, takes a leadership role with Operations activities and is responsible for ensuring that all customer and internal cost requirements are met or exceeded.

Education: Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering. MBA Preferred.

Experience: Minimum eight (8) years manufacturing engineering experience working in a production facility (preferably medium to light assembly). Three (3) plus years of Engineering Management experience. Six Sigma Black Belt preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proven ability to manage, lead and mentor a team of Manufacturing Engineers, Continuous Improvement and Maintenance personnel.
• Strong emphasis on critical thinking, time management, judgment and decision-making.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Highly skilled in Lean Manufacturing.
• Ability to lead production style Lean Kaizens and PFMEA.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement tools; raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Proven ability in developing budgets that support plant manufacturing and automation growth, including but not limited to planning, budgeting, and executing long term, high cost, manufacturing improvement projects that have favorable rate of return.
• Understanding of Industry 4.0 concepts and ability to conceptualize a plan to move a manufacturing facility toward a more Smart Factory.
• Highly skilled in PLC programming to support production automation.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, Solidworks CAD, Ignition Cloud Software.
• Familiarization with following software a plus: Access, Automation Direct C-More PLC, Ignition software, SQL Server, Minitab, AutoCAD, MS Visio, MS PowerPoint.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the investigation, selection, justification and appropriation of capital equipment for operations.
• Responsible for the management, leadership and direction of direct reports ensuring that company policy and work rules are adhered to and activities are following PSG/Dover policies and procedures.
• Develop and execute manufacturing plan vision for facility.
• Propose & lead Kaizens to fix, stabilize, and sustain troubling manufacturing/technical issues.
• Lead and support Value Stream Mapping activities to support PSG initiatives and goals.
• Develop plant layouts with MS Visio for optimal lean production flow.
• Design, plan, and execute manufacturing automation projects.
• Provide daily technical support to production personnel.
• Ability to create an Industry 4.0 vision plan and implement into the future of the facility.
• Limited travel may be required.
• Any other task assigned by management.

Work Arrangement : Onsite

Pay Range: $153,000.00 - $165,000.00 annually

Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.