Industrial Engineering Manager leading Continuous Improvement initiatives and coaching teams at Medtronic. Overseeing Lean and Six Sigma practices to enhance manufacturing processes across the Twin Cities Campus.
About the role
- Engineering Manager overseeing manufacturing and programming teams ensuring successful execution of NPI initiatives and maintaining margin adherence. Responsible for cost estimation, process development, and continuous improvement in production efficiency.
Responsibilities
- The Engineering Manager oversees the manufacturing and programming teams, ensuring successful execution of New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives while maintaining margin adherence.
- This role is responsible for cost estimation, manufacturing process development, and continuous improvement to optimize production efficiency and product quality.
- Evaluate customer quotes to identify strategic business opportunities.
- Analyze engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical data to produce accurate and timely cost estimates.
- Collaborate with Launch Team Managers to develop optimized manufacturing processes and CNC programs.
- Maintain an estimated programming spreadsheet to assess capacity load and resource allocation.
- Conduct root cause analysis and corrective action implementation for process-related concerns.
- Partner with operations and quality teams to ensure seamless new product transitions into production.
- Analyze failure trends, implement corrective and preventive actions, and respond to customer complaints effectively.
- Track variances between estimated and actual costs, evaluating the accuracy of cost estimation parameters.
- Present strategic process improvements to senior management, focusing on efficiency and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred (Master’s degree in Engineering or Business Administration preferred)
- 5+ years of managerial experience in engineering leadership roles
- 10+ years of experience in the Machine Tool Technology trade
- Experience with ISO9001/AS9100 preferred
- Six Sigma Certification preferred (Green or Black Belt)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and engineering documentation
- Proficiency in Windows-based systems and Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong business acumen, with the ability to analyze, prioritize, and execute solutions strategically
- Highly organized, with exceptional time management skills
- Comprehensive knowledge of the machining industry, including an understanding of customer-specific process specifications (ASTM, SAE, ISO, MIL-Standards).
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