Production Engineering Manager jobs in Louisville, KY

Production Engineering Manager

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About Packsize

Packsize is redefining the way businesses and their customers use and experience packaging around the world. We build the technology, design the right solutions, and automate the processes that propel the industry forward. To us, packaging is much more than a box—it’s delivering what’s right for our customers, their customers, our people, and the planet.

About the Role

Packsize is looking for a Production Engineering Manager to lead our manufacturing start-up in Louisville, Kentucky. The Production Engineering Manager will oversee the production engineering team, drive process improvements, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. The Production Engineering Manager will collaborate with other engineers (locally and globally), product managers, product quality, and suppliers in building reliable, on-demand packaging systems. We want you to come in and ask well thought out questions, carry out solid fundamental engineering, do independent research and collaborate effectively with your peers. We look forward to new ideas and diverse, creative thinking to help solve difficult problems.

What You'll Do

• Assist in the build-out of North American Manufacturing capabilities for Packsize

• Lead and mentor the production engineering team, providing guidance, support, and technical expertise to ensure the team's success

• Continuously optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality

• Collaborate with product development teams to facilitate the smooth transition of new products from design to production, ensuring manufacturability and scalability

• Provide input on design for manufacturability (DFM) principles to optimize production processes and minimize manufacturing costs

• Provide input during design reviews and ECO/ECN reviews

• Investigate and introduce newer technologies that provide the highest levels of accuracy, efficiency, and safety

• Develop layouts, test fixtures, tooling, subassembly stations, and work-flows for the production lines

• Utilize tools such as Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, and value stream mapping to analyze production processes and identify areas for improvement in productivity, cost-effectiveness, and quality

• Develop and implement strategies to optimize production workflows and eliminate waste

• Interface with the Product Quality team to investigate issues and obtain feedback on machine performance

• Develop testing protocols and inspection procedures to monitor and improve product quality

• Implement and maintain rigorous quality control measures to uphold product quality standards

• Develop and maintain production work instructions, test plans, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)

• Develop and provide training and support to production personnel on new processes, equipment, and quality standards

• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and promote a culture of safety awareness throughout the production engineering team

• Work closely with supply chain and procurement teams to coordinate material procurement and inventory management, ensuring uninterrupted production

• Drive a culture of continuous improvement, implementing Lean manufacturing principles and fostering innovation to enhance productivity and efficiency

• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineering, sales, and customer support, to address production-related issues and drive collective success

• Develop and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor production performance and identify areas for improvement

• Assist in management of possible contract manufacturers and/or sub-tier suppliers

• Optimize resource allocation and expenditures to achieve operational goals

• Shows curiosity and humility

What You’ll Bring

• BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or related field

• Minimum 5 years experience in designing production solutions, preferably in a relevant industry such as packaging or automation

• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams

• Lean Six-Sigma Black Belt

• Knowledgeable and experienced in automation technology, industrial automation design and system architecture

• Working knowledge of PLC’s or embedded systems, machine automation and programming

• Experienced user in SolidWorks, 3DExperience, or other CAD/PDM tools

• Highly competent using PLM and managing engineering change (ECO)

• Well versed in reading and following electrical and pneumatics schematics

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a track record of implementing innovative solutions to complex challenges

• Proficiency in project management and process optimization tools and methodologies

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization

• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in production environments

• Demonstrates knowledge of internal product and technology development processes

• Experience with ERP systems and production planning tools is a plus

• Be team-driven and bring an optimistic and positive attitude

Working Environment and Physical Demands

The following are representative of the typical working environment and physical demands

of this position. To successfully perform the essential functions of this job, you will be required to:

• Up to 20% travel as needed

• Ability to do the physical work necessary to fabricate prototypes (using machine shop tools, turning wrenches etc…)

What We Offer

The salary range for this role is $123,000- 137,000 however, Packsize considers several factors when determining compensation when extending a job offer, including but not limited to, the role being offered, the associated responsibilities, the candidate's prior work experience, education/training, and any special skills.

If this role excites you but you don’t meet each requirement listed, we encourage you to apply anyway. At Packsize, we welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences and understand that the best candidates may come from the most unlikely of places.

Packsize is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce. In compliance with applicable federal and state laws, Packsize policy of equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran’s status, status as a qualified person with a disability, or genetic information. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.