Director of manufacturing engineering job description

Our people create our best Plexus.

WHO WE ARE

We're a global team of over 19,000 engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and aftermarket service experts who partner with customers to bring their products to life through inspired innovation and world-class customer service.

We are passionate about innovating, creating and delivering products that change people's lives. From surgical devices and health monitors to warehouse robotics and space products, we partner with our customers to help create the products that build a better world.

Whether you're looking to start, make a change or advance your career, find your path at Plexus Corp. and leave your mark on the world.

WHY WE LOVE IT

Engaging and challenging projects that fulfill and develop you. People that inspire and empower you to realize your full potential. Leadership and development programs to support your career goals. A workplace centered on inclusion and collaboration. At Plexus, we're at our best when opportunities are met with passion, open communication and teamwork.

HOW YOU WILL DO IT

Purpose Statement: The Director of Engineering - Manufacturing will have exclusive ownership driving improvements to customer specific engineering needs. The role will focus on ensuring there is cross functional alignment to provide engineering support and resolve customer issues. This role will also provide strategic vision to define product roadmaps and technologies that need to be implemented and delivery of new products that are being released into the customer focus teams.

Key Job Accountabilities:
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT: Develop the strategy and detailed plan for acquisition of new technologies that will drive differentiation in our market space. Development of vision for current technologies while enhancing processes and taking systems to the next level. Oversee development of methods for test/inspection process strategies/solutions. Lead documentation of current and future value stream mapping of manufacturing or transactions-based processes.CUSTOMER SERVICE EXCELLENCE: Ensure the processes, organizational capability and culture combine to consistently meet agreed commitments to customers. Must be able to build collaborative relationships with internal customers and across the organization. Lead the selection and development of standard work for customer specified process equipment.METRICS MANAGEMENT: Create and monitor objectives, goals, strategies and measures for the engineering teams. Establish efficient processes and systems to track and report status of initiatives to include resources, projects, savings, etc. Lead development and adoption of process performance monitors to achieve takt time.STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT: Become the standardize subject matter expertise for manufacturing operations to characterize and control the critical operational standards and methods that enables quality, cost and delivery on the customer products. Lead process capability matrix relative to site technology roadmap. Lead the execution of equipment installation, operational and performance qualification.TALENT DEVELOPMENT: Build strong engineers, technicians, and leaders through developing resources for further training, building a candidate pipeline and ongoing coaching.Accountable to execute on Plexus' Best People strategy, leaders will focus on evaluating potential, driving succession planning and ensuring that their employees receive the development and coaching required to realize their full potential.

Additional Accountabilities:
Lead the standardization of methods for manufacturing process strategies/solutions.Create, implement, and maintain standardized process control plans.Work with regional partners to collaborate and best practice share.Oversee equipment and MRO material vendor activity.Identify and qualify external service suppliers (coating, tinning, rework, etc.).Lead maintenance and prioritization of user enhancements of globally promoted application.Lead capital planning for IT infrastructures and equipment.Occasional travel may be required to meet the needs of the business (estimated 25%).Additional duties as assigned.

Education/Experience Qualifications:
A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required; a degree in Engineering is preferred. Ten (10) years of related experience is required; Seven (7) or more years of equivalent industry experience is preferred.General Knowledge of ISO 9000, AS9100, TL9000, ISO 13485, FDA GMP Quality System Requirements, through training or hands on experience is necessary for success in this role Black Belt certification is preferred

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the key job accountabilities may be considered.
Other Qualifications:
Employee must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.Ability to set a vision and strategy for the department.General office equipment and materials.

Work Environment:
The work setting should consist of an office environment with suitable lighting, comfortable temperatures, and a low noise level.

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.
Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and upon completion of a confidentiality agreement.Our Values and How We Lead behaviors guide our processes. Plexus does not make employment decisions based on race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and encourage all to apply today!Globally, our policy is to recruit people from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, our company does not typically undertake sponsorship, including for H-1B, TN, and other nonimmigrant visas. Additionally, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be “U.S. persons.” “U.S. persons” are generally defined as U.S. citizens, nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.

Lindsay Corporation is a global company, headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, focused on providing irrigation and infrastructure solutions to meet the needs of a growing population. As one of the world's leading providers of irrigation and water management, its Zimmatic systems are operating in more than 90 countries. Lindsay Corporation's infrastructure division offers a wide range of products that aid in roadway maintenance and transportation safety. Since 1955, Lindsay Corporation has been at the forefront of research and development of products and services designed to meet the needs of a constantly evolving world.

The Director, Global Manufacturing Engineering & Capital Projects is responsible for leading the overall execution of new and existing strategic capital projects across Lindsay globally. We are looking for an individual to help lead the enhancement of our manufacturing facilities to achieve Operational Excellence in SQDC (Safety, Delivery, Delivery, Cost). Lindsay is on a multi-year journey to safe and reliable production across our global manufacturing footprint. This position will be responsible for overseeing our manufacturing capital program through strong partnership and collaboration with our Senior Global Operations Leader, Plant Managers and Business Segment leaders.

In addition to managing the capital program for Lindsay, this role will play an important role in our Industry 4.0 transformation, which includes increasing use of digital technologies and automation to drive rapid continuous improvements. Manufacturing engineering support and coaching at the factories will be needed for major process improvements and NPD (New Product Development). This will require solid mechanical engineering experience, strong communication and collaboration with the Commercial, Product Engineering, and Manufacturing teams.

This position is a full-time position location in Omaha, Nebraska at the Corporate Headquarters. The role will report directly to the SVP of Global Operations. This position will travel as needed both domestically and internationally. Estimated total travel 25%-40%.
Duties & Responsibilities

* Facilitate the overall execution of strategic capital projects. Execute projects safely, on schedule and within budget by working with the production facilities to allocate resources and planning for existing and new projects globally.
* Develop and execute a manufacturing engineering strategy based on industry standards and best practices ensuring regulatory compliance.
* Working with local leadership and key stakeholders, create a list of key strategic & tactical initiatives to be completed in the short and long-term.
* Lead and/or support a geographic diverse group of engineers and project managers in the structural, electrical, and mechanical disciplines for existing, new, and expansion projects on a global scale.
* Integrate new technologies, lessons learned from previous projects, current regulations, and best practices in safety into new projects.
* Establish and lead the capital project managers in development, review and on-going oversight of project management best practices which increase execution effectiveness and profitability.
* Develop performance metrics for execution resources and instill a high level of accountability and rigor in meeting and or exceeding expectations regarding project management effectiveness.
* Manage and adapt a multi-year capital strategy to ensure appropriate resources to execute the companywide capital plan.
* Evaluate and improve manufacturing methods for maximum efficiency & competitiveness.
* Lead Industry 4.0 initiatives and MES (Manufacturing Execution System) implementation.
* Build and/or develop a high performing Manufacturing Process, System Controls, and NPD engineering team that is efficient and effective at achieving results.
* Work closely with Product Engineering & Manufacturing Process Engineering to ensure design prototypes can be massed produced in production while meeting safety, quality, and cost specifications.
* Communicate with vendors and contractors to understand and determine equipment and facilities specifications, cost, and lead-times.
* Communicate clearly & effectively on performance expectations and results, along with any mitigating actions.

Preferred Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering, Construction Project Management, or related field.
* 10+ years of experience in Mechanical / Manufacturing Engineering
* Strong mechanical and problem-solving skills
* Experience managing major capital projects such as plant/equipment expansions and/or greenfield site start-ups over $20M in capital expenditure
* Experience working in manufacturing industry required
* Experience working with international business teams
* Project management experience with strong attention to detail
* Strong organization, leadership and influencing skills. Proven ability to manage teams and multiple projects / tasks through direct and indirect reporting lines.
* Ability to implement innovative solutions to complex problems through technology, automation, partnerships and leveraging of resources.
* Ability to read architectural and engineering drawings and knowledge of CAD design software.
* Knowledge of a variety of mechanical systems, including proper maintenance protocols.
* High interpersonal skills with the ability to develop relationships (internally & externally)
* Solid financial acumen & experience creating business cases for capital projects
* Ability to prioritize and manage multiple capital projects simultaneously
* Skilled in managing tight schedules and working under pressure to meet deadlines
* Excellent verbal & written communication skills
* Good computer skills required (Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, CAD, etc.)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Lindsay Corporation does not accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. We will not consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes from vendors including and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services and recruiting agencies. Lindsay Corporation will not pay a fee to a recruiter or agency that does not have a signed vendor agreement with Lindsay Corporation. Any resume or CV submitted to any employee of Lindsay Corporation without having a vendor agreement in place will be considered property of Lindsay Corporation. Lindsay Corporation will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Our vision is loved brands, done sustainably, for a better shared future. We strive to provide cutting-edge excellence in ingredients, innovation, design, and marketing. In the Director, Strategy, Commercialization, & Co-Manufacturing Engineering role you will be a leader responsible for developing technical solutions to new product innovation projects requested by Brand Teams. You will also spearhead the development of technical solutions to produce new products (processing and packaging), manage supplier relationships, support production facilities in both troubleshooting and building technical capabilities and identifying new technologies for use for specific projects and across the system. You will also engage with Co-Man sites to build capability and capacity across our network.
What You'll Do for Us

+ Serve as the point of contact for Innovation and Commercialization team on new product and package manufacturing strategy.

+ Support our vast network of Co-Manufacturing facilities to build production capability and capacity to support the business.

+ Support DtV (design to value) projects to reduce total delivered costs of our products.

+ Develop, execute, and deliver capital plans and cash flows.

+ Develop robust technical solutions for new product and package product introductions, including machine centers, functional & technical specifications, supplier strategies and future capabilities.

+ Work with suppliers and global bottlers to identify new technologies required for new products and improved productivity.

+ Develop long-term strategy on manufacturing capability and capacity for new product introductions.

+ Provide leadership to engineering team members and assist in development of team and infrastructure strategy.

+ Gain cross-functional alignment & buy-in to new ways to service the customer & grow the business.

+ Eliminate / overcome barriers that prevent continuous improvement and enhanced customer value.

+ Work with cross-functional teams to redesign/improve operational system flow when new products are introduced. Implement the proper metrics and measurements to drive and document improvements.

+ Communicate and modify current strategies as the business need changes.

Qualification & Requirements

+ Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

+ 8+ years' experience in a related field

+ Top skillsets required are Microsoft Applications, Project Management tools, & AutoCAD

+ Deep understanding of liquid packaging equipment & processing systems

+ Thorough understanding of Capital/Expense budgeting with planned project cash flow and financial project analysis.

What We Can Do for You

+ This highly visible role will provide the successful candidate with a unique opportunity to have a significant impact on Coca-Cola's Stills and Syrup emerging innovation agenda.

+ You will be a member of the Engineering Leadership Team that supports NAOU (North America Operating Unit)

+ The Coca-Cola Company is home to some of the most Iconic & Innovative Brands.

Skills:

Standard Operating Procedure (SOP); Microsoft Office; Lean Manufacturing; ISO 14001; Lean Six Sigma Processes; Change Management; Quality Control (QC); Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP); Production Management; Project Management; Production Processes; Continuous Improvement (CI)

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what's possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors - curious, empowered, inclusive and agile - and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. When we collect your personal information as part of a job application or offer of employment, we do so in accordance with industry standards and best practices and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.