Van Am Tool, LLC.
Director of Engineering
Van Am Tool, LLC., Des Moines, Iowa, United States,
Join Van-Am Tool & Engineering as the Director of Engineering in St. Joseph, MO, where you'll lead a team dedicated to innovation in metal fabrication and advanced engineering solutions. This onsite role offers you the exciting opportunity to shape project management strategies that drive excellence and foster smart problem-solving within a high-performance culture.
You'll be at the forefront of engineering advancements, collaborating with forward-thinking professionals to overcome challenges and deliver superior results. The anticipated pay for this senior-level position is competitive and reflects the expertise required to enhance our engineering and management capabilities. You will have benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, and Paid Time Off. If you are passionate about making a significant impact in the manufacturing industry, this role is the perfect platform for your talents and leadership skills.
A little about usEstablished in 1981, Van-Am has become a leading provider of high quality tooling, stamping, machining and fabrication services to a variety of industries and customers throughout the Midwest. The company also provides laser cutting, press braking, robotic welding, powder coat and wet paint solutions, and offers design and build services for projects of all sizes and complexities.
Day to day as a Director of EngineeringAs the Director of Engineering at Van-Am Tool & Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and directing all engineering activities across our manufacturing facilities in St. Joseph, MO. Your primary responsibility will be ensuring the efficient operation of our engineering departments, where you will drive innovation in metal fabrication and optimize processes that maximize productivity.
By implementing best practices in project management, you'll maintain the highest standards of quality and safety, creating an environment that encourages smart problem-solving and fosters excellence. In this capacity, you'll lead a team of talented engineers dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the manufacturing industry, ensuring that our commitment to integrity and professionalism is upheld at every turn.
What we're looking for in a Director of EngineeringTo excel as the Director of Engineering at Van-Am Tool & Engineering, candidates must possess a robust skill set tailored to the demands of a dynamic manufacturing environment. Essential skills include strategic planning and leadership, enabling you to provide clear direction to engineering teams across multiple sites while aligning engineering strategies with the company's objectives. You should have extensive experience in driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
Effective team management and development capabilities are crucial, as you'll be responsible for recruiting, training, and fostering a motivated workforce dedicated to collaboration and innovation. Your engineering operations management skills will allow you to oversee daily activities, ensuring adherence to production schedules and quality standards while monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs). Proficiency in project management is also vital, as you will lead cross-functional teams in executing engineering projects from concept to completion.
A solid understanding of manufacturing processes, including metal fabrication techniques such as CNC machining and welding, along with knowledge of engineering software like CATIA and SolidWorks, will further contribute to your success in this role.
As a leader in engineering, you will provide strategic direction and leadership to the engineering teams across multiple sites, working closely with senior management to develop and implement engineering strategies that align with the company's overall goals and objectives. You will spearhead continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing productivity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness within the organization.
A significant part of your role involves team management and development. You will be responsible for recruiting, training, and developing a highly skilled and motivated engineering workforce, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability. Conducting performance evaluations, offering feedback, and supporting career development opportunities for your team members will also be a core function of your leadership.
You will oversee the day-to-day operations of the engineering departments, ensuring that production schedules, quality standards, and budgetary constraints are consistently met. Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production output, quality metrics, and resource utilization will help you implement best practices in manufacturing processes such as stamping, CNC machining, tool and die design, welding, powder coating, and metal fabrication.
In addition, you will lead cross-functional teams in executing engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring that all objectives are met within the agreed timelines and budgets. Collaboration with departments such as production, procurement, and quality assurance will be crucial to support project goals, and you will manage resources effectively to prioritize and execute projects based on their strategic importance.
Compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and industry best practices is a priority, and you will ensure that the organization adheres to these in all engineering operations. As a champion of safety, you will promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to safety protocols throughout the organization.
In terms of credentials, you are expected to have over 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with current experience leading and managing technical teams. The ability to anticipate challenges and provide sound solutions is essential, along with the capability to prepare and present information to both management and customers. Familiarity with ITAR regulations and proficiency in engineering software like CATIA and SolidWorks is also required. You should hold a B.S. in Engineering or possess equivalent work experience, as you will have overall responsibility for the Engineering Department.
Get started with our team!If you have these qualities and meet the basic job requirements, we'd love to have you on our team. Apply now using our online application!
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You'll be at the forefront of engineering advancements, collaborating with forward-thinking professionals to overcome challenges and deliver superior results. The anticipated pay for this senior-level position is competitive and reflects the expertise required to enhance our engineering and management capabilities. You will have benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, and Paid Time Off. If you are passionate about making a significant impact in the manufacturing industry, this role is the perfect platform for your talents and leadership skills.
A little about usEstablished in 1981, Van-Am has become a leading provider of high quality tooling, stamping, machining and fabrication services to a variety of industries and customers throughout the Midwest. The company also provides laser cutting, press braking, robotic welding, powder coat and wet paint solutions, and offers design and build services for projects of all sizes and complexities.
Day to day as a Director of EngineeringAs the Director of Engineering at Van-Am Tool & Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and directing all engineering activities across our manufacturing facilities in St. Joseph, MO. Your primary responsibility will be ensuring the efficient operation of our engineering departments, where you will drive innovation in metal fabrication and optimize processes that maximize productivity.
By implementing best practices in project management, you'll maintain the highest standards of quality and safety, creating an environment that encourages smart problem-solving and fosters excellence. In this capacity, you'll lead a team of talented engineers dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the manufacturing industry, ensuring that our commitment to integrity and professionalism is upheld at every turn.
What we're looking for in a Director of EngineeringTo excel as the Director of Engineering at Van-Am Tool & Engineering, candidates must possess a robust skill set tailored to the demands of a dynamic manufacturing environment. Essential skills include strategic planning and leadership, enabling you to provide clear direction to engineering teams across multiple sites while aligning engineering strategies with the company's objectives. You should have extensive experience in driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
Effective team management and development capabilities are crucial, as you'll be responsible for recruiting, training, and fostering a motivated workforce dedicated to collaboration and innovation. Your engineering operations management skills will allow you to oversee daily activities, ensuring adherence to production schedules and quality standards while monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs). Proficiency in project management is also vital, as you will lead cross-functional teams in executing engineering projects from concept to completion.
A solid understanding of manufacturing processes, including metal fabrication techniques such as CNC machining and welding, along with knowledge of engineering software like CATIA and SolidWorks, will further contribute to your success in this role.
As a leader in engineering, you will provide strategic direction and leadership to the engineering teams across multiple sites, working closely with senior management to develop and implement engineering strategies that align with the company's overall goals and objectives. You will spearhead continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing productivity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness within the organization.
A significant part of your role involves team management and development. You will be responsible for recruiting, training, and developing a highly skilled and motivated engineering workforce, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability. Conducting performance evaluations, offering feedback, and supporting career development opportunities for your team members will also be a core function of your leadership.
You will oversee the day-to-day operations of the engineering departments, ensuring that production schedules, quality standards, and budgetary constraints are consistently met. Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production output, quality metrics, and resource utilization will help you implement best practices in manufacturing processes such as stamping, CNC machining, tool and die design, welding, powder coating, and metal fabrication.
In addition, you will lead cross-functional teams in executing engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring that all objectives are met within the agreed timelines and budgets. Collaboration with departments such as production, procurement, and quality assurance will be crucial to support project goals, and you will manage resources effectively to prioritize and execute projects based on their strategic importance.
Compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and industry best practices is a priority, and you will ensure that the organization adheres to these in all engineering operations. As a champion of safety, you will promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to safety protocols throughout the organization.
In terms of credentials, you are expected to have over 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with current experience leading and managing technical teams. The ability to anticipate challenges and provide sound solutions is essential, along with the capability to prepare and present information to both management and customers. Familiarity with ITAR regulations and proficiency in engineering software like CATIA and SolidWorks is also required. You should hold a B.S. in Engineering or possess equivalent work experience, as you will have overall responsibility for the Engineering Department.
Get started with our team!If you have these qualities and meet the basic job requirements, we'd love to have you on our team. Apply now using our online application!
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