Milwaukee Tool is hiring: Manufacturing Process Engineer in Milwaukee

Job Description:Come be DISRUPTIVE with us! At Milwaukee Tool, our most valued resource is our dedicated team of employees - employees who work with a passion to be the best and an unparalleled pride in their work and in the Milwaukee brand. We know that the only way to sustain growth and success is to value the growth and success of each person within the organization that's why we invest in an individual's growth and development from day one.As an Manufacturing Process Engineer/Project Leader (PL) you will be responsible to support and drive key OpEx projects in support of our New Product Delivery (NPD) process. Working closely with our design teams and global manufacturing sites, you will help drive efficiencies in project execution. Success requires a passion for manufacturing as well as a solid understanding of all the teams required to execute NPD successfully. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with proven "big picture" vision, problem solving and change management experience. This candidate will also have a well-rounded work experience in project management, operations, manufacturing engineering, and execution of new product development (operations focused). Success requires a passion for manufacturing as well as a solid understanding of all the teams required to execute NPD successfully. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with proven "big picture" vision, problem solving and change management experience. With expertise in prioritization, having the ability to adapt to new situations quickly, and is accountable for their decisions. This candidate will also have a well-rounded work experience in project management, operations, manufacturing engineering, and execution of new product development (operations-focused). Duties and Responsibilities:Lead indirect cross-functional teams to drive change and implement new processes and systems needed to successfully manufacture products to meet the needs of a rapidly growing businessDrive overall Manufacturing process planning to deliver consistent site readiness within our global NPD programsDeliver step improvement in line design concepts and creation - 7 flowsEnsure consistency in early estimates on manufacturing routings and capital requirementsDrive cultural improvement in PFMEA and Process Control Plans globallyLead discussions and consideration for potential process automation and related product design requirementsTrack emerging technologies for consideration and adoption within console manufacturingDrive global improvements in DFMA through consistent engagement and coaching of our global teamsDevelop KPIs, action plans, and report out on process results & improvementsCommunicate, both verbally and written, to ensure all groups are working toward the goal of timely project completion. Regularly make presentations of project status for various levels of the organizationMaintain a strategic cross-functional mindset and understand how team decisions will impact the entire organizationBuild and maintain a culture anchored on Milwaukee's core values: Candid | Obsessed | Speed, Agility, and Urgency | Never Settle, Always Improving | Empowered leadersEducation and Experience Requirements:Minimum five years related experience in a product manufacturing environment with demonstrated new product introductionsUnderstanding of manufacturing line design, lean principles and tools, as well as process and material flow strategiesEffective change manager with proven ability to quickly establish credibility with different business units, influence project teams, and persuade professionals at all levelsSuccess in managing multiple, complex projects and changing priorities, making sound decisions and working effectively in a matrix environment.Have excellent organizational skills and possess knowledge of production systems and techniquesMust possess strong written and verbal communication and collaboration skills in an executive setting.Track record of success with cross functional teams, driving change and implementing new processes that significantly improve team effectiveness.Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or Engineering Technology, or equivalent years of directly related experienceExperience with 3D product and process modeling softwareAbility to travel up to 25% internationallyDesired Qualifications:International work experience and exposureExperience in advanced Assembly processes: Error-Proofing, Controls, and AutomationExperience in Fabrication processes: Machining, Forging, Heat Treating, Metal Stamping, and Welding is a plusExperience in Injection Molding is a plusUnderstanding or experience in Industrial Engineering principles and applicationThorough understanding of problem-solving methodologies used in determining root cause and formulating corrective action(s) - i.e. 8D, root cause analysis, Process FailureAdvanced project management skills and PMP or PMI Certification