Engineering Manager

PERM ONSITE IN BRANDON, SD Must-haves -Engineering degree (Chemical Engineering degree preferred) -8-10 years of engineering experience in a MANUFACTURING environment -5 years of people leadership experience Day-to-Day Insight Global is looking for a PERM, Engineering Manager for a client in Brandon, South Dakota. This person will be leading a team of 12 Quality Engineers in the automotive adhesives space. The perfect person for this role is anyone living or looking to relocate to Brandon, South Dakota, has engineering experience IN A MANUFACTURING ENVIRONMENT, and possesses at least 5 years of people management experience. Responsibilities for the role are as follows: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of manufacturing engineer, ensuring effective training, performance management, and professional development. This individual is a key contributor to the site management team for proactively building a site culture of teamwork, accountability, and communication. Develop and implement strategies to enhance manufacturing processes, reduce costs, and improve product quality. Oversee engineering projects from conception to completion, including planning, execution, and monitoring. Evaluate and recommend new technologies and equipment to optimize manufacturing operations and ensure equipment reliability. Address and resolve manufacturing issues, including troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and process inefficiencies. Ensure manufacturing processes comply with safety, environmental, and industry regulations and standards. Develop and manage budgets for manufacturing projects, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with company goals. Work closely with other departments which includes Quality Assurance, Production, and Supply Chain to ensure alignment and efficiency. Utilize data to drive decisions and continuous improvement in manufacturing processes. Monitor key performance indicators and drive continuous improvement initiatives.