Lean Production Systems Engineering Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Lead the system behind the product

At HYCO Alabama, we’re scaling smart, safe, and lean. As our Lean Production Systems Engineering Manager, you’ll own the methods, standards, and improvements that turn concepts into repeatable, cost-effective manufacturing.

What you’ll own

• Process architecture : Create and optimize manufacturing processes that elevate efficiency, sustainability, and profitability.
• Team leadership : Guide a manufacturing engineering team to execute projects with clarity, urgency, and discipline.
• Standards & procedures : Implement operating procedures and work standards to stabilize and improve production.
• Lean cell design : Build and refine lean cells using proven systems, simulations, and data insights.
• Cost modeling : Estimate and monitor production costs, effectiveness, and efficiency metrics.
• Asset reliability : Direct maintenance, repair, and replacement plans for production and facility equipment.
• Quality & throughput : Drive strategies that improve yield, reduce scrap, and increase productivity.
• Launch readiness : Coordinate with design and manufacturing teams on product introductions and ramp-up plans.
• Compliance : Enforce industry safety and design standards and regulatory requirements.
• Financial stewardship : Develop budgets and control operating expenses within plan.
• Technology adoption : Evaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies and systems.
• Executive reporting : Prepare and deliver performance reports to senior leadership.
• Continuous improvement : Identify constraints and implement measurable process enhancements.
• Safety leadership : Ensure safety procedures are followed—always.

Must-have qualifications

Education & experience

Tools & proficiencies

Equal Opportunity

HYCO Alabama is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.