Manufacturing Engineer Manager

Flexible Metal is a fast growing company providing quality parts to the auto industry worldwide. We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer Manager to be based out of our Tucker, GA.

Responsible for process design and development of new product launch with attention to providing deliverables that are on-time and within budget. Continuous Improvement of existing manufacturing systems to reduce cost, improve sustainability, and develop best practice standards within the organization.

• General knowledge of tube forming operations including bending, trimming, end forming, hydro forming, brazing, MIG/TIG/Laser welding, leak rate and dimensional testing.
• Support full project implementation with understanding of APQP practices, customer deliverables, timing, and providing related documents.
• Assist in capital procurement:
  Develop and write specifications, performance requirements, and proposals.
• Track and provide updates on equipment builds, perform on-site evaluation and buy‑off.
• Track and provide updates on tooling and fixture builds, solicit integration services as required.
• Lead production capacity activities including operator training, burst builds, and Run at Rates.
• Collaborate with quality department utilizing core tools: PPAP, PFMEA, MSA, and SPC.
• Participate in addressing customer concerns/corrective actions: 8D, 5‑Why, etc.
• Assist Production and Quality departments with standard work activities, conducting time studies, and workflow evaluation.
• Conduct line balancing evaluation and improvement kaizen activities addressing flow constraints, takt time improvements, scrap reduction, implementing Poka‑Yoke, and cell layout optimization.
• Generate cell layouts utilizing CAD software with attention to Safety, Ergonomics, and 5S practices.
• Collaborate with Product Engineering and Quality in design and gaging reviews.
• Provide assistance in research and development projects and prototype builds.
• Contribute to a safe working environment by providing solutions to concerns and implementing ergonomic improvements as needed.
• Support day‑to‑day production issues as required.
• Adhere to all company policies
• Other duties as assigned

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Problem solving capability utilizing an analytical approach to identify and resolve part process issues delivering creative, reasonable, workable solutions.
• Able to execute an action plan through prioritization of tasks, adapting to changing product and process conditions, and effective use of time.
• Successful working independently or as a team member; ability to multi‑task.
• Excellent Interpersonal skills; an effective listener/speaker who can convey technical information to peers, superiors, and management through use of presentations, meetings, and reports.
• Proficient computer skills, knowledge of windows‑based programs, database management, and word processing.

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering or in Engineering Technology; and/or a Certificate of Qualification in Tool and Die, with Project Management experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in small to large automotive tooling and welding manufacturing processes.

Director

Full‑time

Management and Engineering

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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