Director, Manufacturing Engineering

Director Of Manufacturing Engineering

Dexter Magnetic Technologies supplies specialized magnetic solutions and components to demanding applications in the medical, aerospace, defense, semiconductor manufacturing, oil and gas, and industrial end markets. Dexter's engineers solve complex customer problems with innovative solutions, winning business based on quality, customer support, and application engineering expertise. Basic Purpose and Objective of the Position : The Director of Manufacturing Engineering will lead and provide technical leadership and guidance to the entire Operations team. The person in this role will ensure that sufficient technical resources are deployed to the various production areas in the facility. This leader will be responsible for championing efforts to identify, develop, and deploy methods to improve quality, reduce cost, and optimize build sequence and schedules. The person in this role will lead and / or participate in the development, standardization and improvement of manufacturing processes and systems at Dexter in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. As an integral member of the team, you will guide the team in driving studies to strengthen the feedback loop between design, build, and test and accelerate the pace of new process and product development.

Key Responsibilities- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions :

• Provide technical and personal leadership to the manufacturing engineering team
• Collaborate with peer groups across Permag to identify, develop, and improve manufacturing processes
• Manage, lead and status multiple projects concurrently
• Drive initiatives to improve processes and innovation. This may include implementing new manufacturing technologies, such as automation and / or mechanization
• Ensure timely release of engineering documentation and related technical processes
• Manage workflow and balance engineering and production priorities across the factory
• Work closely with factory leadership and program managers to meet design, build, and test milestones for various programs
• Ensure teams apply robust, consistent, and reliable engineering fundamentals and processes to ensure product integrity and process capability
• Work closely with direct reports to develop team goals and promote professional development
• Manage roles, responsibilities, and accountability across the team
• Manage resources to support new advanced manufacturing processes
• Participate in and / or lead causal analyses related to new and sustaining products
• Manage department budgets, staffing levels and capital equipment needs
• Ensure safety remains a primary focus across all the functional teams

Targeted Salary Range : $190,000-$220,000 + bonus

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We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical / Rx, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Basic Life / AD&D (includes coverage for dependents 100% Company paid), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability (100% Company paid), Supplemental Life / AD&D, 401(k) with Company match, tuition assistance after 1 year, paid time off, and 11 paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities