Engineering Manager

Overview

We are looking for a dynamic leader to join our team as an Engineering Manager!

Who we are : Brazeway is the world's largest producer of frost-free evaporator coils and a top global supplier of aluminum heat transfer tubing and components of the appliance, HVAC, and automotive air conditioning industries.

What we provide : A strong, collaborative team culture. A safe and progressive work environment.

What drives us : The philosophy that our people are our most important asset. We believe that hiring great people and giving them the opportunity and freedom to be creative, will make great things happen. Our best designs and most impactful innovations are developed in an environment where no idea is too far-fetched, no effort is wasted, and no vision is too far off. The outcome from this approach has propelled us to the forefront of ingenuity for all the sectors we serve.

Where we are located : Our facility is located in Hopkinsville, KY. This area is a great location for commuters and residents of the Nashville, TN and Clarksville, TN areas. Within a 30-45-minute commute are opportunities to live in the heart of a vibrant city or live in a suburb with all the amenities. We also have manufacturing facilities located in Shelbyville, Indiana and Monterrey, Mexico. Our Corporate Headquarters reside in Adrian, Michigan.

What the position entails : As a member of the Brazeway KY Leadership Team, the person in this role is responsible to lead and ensure success of the Hopkinsville, KY plant manufacturing engineering team as they fulfill their duties developing and improving existing processes. The engineering manager is also in charge of key projects, managing budgets and supporting with technical knowledge to ensure good quality product for Brazeway's customers.

Major Responsibilities

• As part of the Plant Leadership Team, contribute to the success of the 5S + Safety program and continuous improvement initiatives, while achieving quality targets, plant performance metrics and engaging with employees.
• Lead the engineering group in process design, process improvement and equipment development.
• Monitor and ensure project completion timelines and timely response to solve manufacturing process issues
• Manage team priorities to provide balance of daily operations support, improvement projects and robust formal problem-solving activities.
• Lead and guide project teams to be focused on process capability improvements, scrap reduction, cost reduction and downtime reduction.
• Function as a project manager and lead a cross-functional team for major items related to growth and innovation.
• Communicate technical information (including training) to non-technical stakeholders and other departments in complex machine design and improvement issues, including economic justification.
• Support the review, compliance, and formal approval of process changes.
• Lead the review and approval of engineering cost estimates for the plant.
• Communicate, collaborate, and maintain relationships with peers, customers, and suppliers.

Qualifications

At Brazeway, it's about more than what we get done – it's about how we do it. Throughout the organization, we pride ourselves in delivering work based on our Core Values. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diverse backgrounds and do not discriminate.

Beyond engaging and rewarding work, we offer a total rewards package including : Competitive salary, annual bonus program, 401(k) matching and profit sharing contributions, health insurance options with competitive premiums, life insurance, disability insurance, paid holidays and vacations, and other benefits such as recognition programs, gym memberships, and wellness perks.

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