Engineering Senior Manager

Engineering Senior Manager

Position Summary

The Engineering Senior Manager will be responsible for leading manufacturing support Engineering teams, aligning their efforts with company-wide objectives. This role emphasizes creating a culture of ownership and improvement, empowering team members to take charge of their contributions toward collective goals. The Engineering Senior Manager will cultivate a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, ensuring team members are empowered to own their projects and outcomes. They will oversee a comprehensive machine maintenance and inventory management program to minimize downtime and sustain production efficiency. Leading with resilience, they will navigate the team through changes and challenges, fostering innovation and adaptability. A strong commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance is essential, alongside managing budgets and resources to optimize financial and operational performance. This role is crucial in aligning engineering and manufacturing efforts with the companys broader objectives, including service excellence, quality, timeliness, competitiveness, and safety.

Responsibilities and Essential Duties

• Strategic Initiative Leadership : Develop and execute strategic initiatives that ensure the long-term success and growth of the engineering and manufacturing sectors, aligning with broader organizational goals.
• Culture of Ownership and Improvement : Cultivate a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, where team members are empowered to take ownership of their projects and outcomes.
• Enhanced Machine Maintenance and Inventory Management : Direct the development and execution of a comprehensive machine maintenance program, ensuring all machinery operates at maximum efficiency to reduce unplanned downtime. This includes overseeing management of critical inventory items essential for production and preventive maintenance, ensuring that resources are readily available for timely repairs and upkeep, thereby sustaining production continuity and operational excellence.
• Downtime Management : Lead the teams response to downtime events with a focus on rapid diagnosis, swift action, and minimizing impact on production. Encourage a culture where every team member contributes to problem-solving and continuous learning from these events.
• Change Management and Innovation : Guide teams through change with resilience, encouraging innovation and adaptability in the face of challenges.
• Safety and Compliance Advocacy : Prioritize a commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, integrating these principles into every aspect of operations.
• Financial and Resource Optimization : Manage budgets and resources with a focus on maximizing efficiency and sustaining operational excellence over time.

Technical Skills Required

Experience Required

Physical Requirements