Plant Manufacturing Engineering Manager

PPG Aerospace is seeking a Plant Manufacturing Engineering Manager at our Mojave, CA, facility. You will lead the manufacturing engineering teams for our Coatings and Sealants divisions. Your primary responsibilities will include driving important projects to enhance product quality, boost labor productivity, and improve customer fulfillment. This is an onsite role and you will report directly to the Plant Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the manufacturing engineering team in identifying, analyzing, and solving problems, while managing process capability, product cost, efficiency, and scrap reduction
• Plan and allocate resources, directing activities to meet schedules, standards, and cost goals, ensuring efficient production workflows
• Provide guidance on employee development, productivity, and promoting a culture that reinforces appropriate group values, norms, and behaviors
• Inspire creativity and programs to enhance existing processes, supporting new program launches (NPI) on the production line
• Implement Lean Manufacturing methods, efficient product flow, and ergonomic projects to enhance employee health and safety
• Conduct regular performance evaluations of engineering staff, ensuring agreement on personal and our goals
• Lead important daily/weekly rhythms, including Tier3, Gemba walks, safety reviews, 5S, production, and strategy planning meetings; participate in daily Tier4 meetings (SQCDP)
• Promote a culture of safety in collaboration with EHS, industrial, and leadership teams, ensuring a safe working environment, stringent housekeeping, and adherence to 5S standards
• Uphold quality procedures, promoting alignment and accountability to the quality system, and ensuring manufacturing process controls are followed
• Use a metric-driven approach to monitor and guide next steps towards operational excellence, ensuring continuous improvement in all aspects of manufacturing operations
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is required
• 5+ years experience in engineering, construction, or project management in a production environment; leadership or managerial experience required
• In-depth understanding of engineering principles, construction techniques, and project management methodologies.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Experience with Mixers/Blenders, Roll Mills, Reactors, Dispensing Systems, Filling lines, Packaging, Distribution systems, and Quality Control Equipment is desirable
• Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies and tools is essential; Six Sigma Certification preferred
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Salary Range $135,000-160,00 plus annual bonus
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