Head of Manufacturing Engineering

PAY RANGE$106,000-$142,000 Pending experience levelSUMMARYThe department head of Manufacturing Engineering manages the area of Manufacturing Engineering and Factory Maintenance. The Manager oversees all the steps that ensure the design, implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment and processes guarantee the most economic utilization of resources under consideration of quality, safety, ergonomic and ecological aspects as well as the respective BSH Production System principles.DUTIESDirect, guide and coach the department associates, including motivation, improving skill and technical knowledge and personal developmentSetting and communication of clear department goals derived from the company and overall factory goalsManage the obtaining of the set department objectivesAssure fulfillment of economical, quality, reliability, safety and ergonomic aspects through Equipment, Tool, Process and Workstation development and modificationAssure sufficient technical capacity planning and balancing (equipment and manpower)Direct to Standardization of Equipment, Tools, Processes and WorkplacesEnsure sufficient and smooth incorporation of new product/product changes into factory processesAssure timely and efficient support of production operationsInitiate, promote and control the continuous optimization process to increase productivity with the focus on cost reduction in Labor, Overhead and Material spendingResponsibility for Plant maintenance including Preventative Maintenance programCoordinate the factory investment planning and budgeting processPlan and administer department budgetRegular information exchange with ME colleagues from other factoriesParticipation in regular PCG/PD information exchange circlesPerform all other duties as assigned.Career Level MT4A (Manager) - This is a people leader that focuses on management processes and planning the department's future. Has the authority to hire, promote, let go of employees in partnership with HR, and approve company resources to a respective limit. Has the responsibility of guiding department budget as well as executing defined company strategy.QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree (Engineering (Mechanical specific preferred)) - RequiredMaster's Degree (Engineering) - Preferred5-7 Years of Experience (People Manager experience) - Required5-7 Years of Experience (Manufacturing Engineering/Production experience) - Required7-10 Years of Experience (Manufacturing Engineering/Production experience) - PreferredManufacturing Processes with focus on metal forming, welding, coating and assemblyLean ManufacturingProblem solvingCost AnalysisProject ManagementElectrical, Pneumatics and HydraulicsVerbal and written communication skillsWorking in teamsHighly skilled in Microsoft Office SoftwareBasics in SAP, CADTravel Percentage - 10%BENEFITSThe pay range posted for this position is based on the location noted in the posting title. Exact compensation offered may vary based on your specific skillset and work location. If the position is bonus or incentive eligible then the payments range from 0% to 200% of target with details laid out within the plan document.Benefits offered include the following:Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability benefits, employee assistance program (EAP), Adoption Benefits, HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care FSA starting on the first day of the calendar month following date of hireEligible to participate in the 401(k) plan, which offers a fully vested 100% employer match on the first 4% of compensation contributed by employeesAnnual employer funded profit sharing dependent on company profitabilityOpportunities for employees to participate in a company sponsored Wellness plan and earn lower medical care premiums2 weeks of paid vacation for all non-temporary status new hires below Director level positions. Vacation entitlement increases based on years of service.Unlimited paid vacation for all Director and above level positions.The greater of (a) 40 hours of paid sick leave or (b) state or local minimum requirements for paid leave (Non-Production Line)40 hours of paid personal leave (Production Line)12 days of paid holidays per year (max 8 hours paid per day)Employee, friends, and family discount program for company products.provides ongoing product training, uniforms, computer tablet, cell phone and a company vehicle for eligible positions.If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at

braden.shanks@Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate toRequirementsThe Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:The California Fair Chance ActLos Angeles City Fair Chance OrdinanceLos Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for EmployersSan Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance