Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Overview

Bevi is on a mission to transform how beverages are delivered and consumed. Our smart hydration systems eliminate the need for single-use bottles and cans, making it easy, fun, and sustainable to stay hydrated. As the category leader in IoT-enabled beverage technology, Bevi is investing in new product development and scaling manufacturing to support rapid growth. We are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join our team and act as the primary point of contact for all manufacturing-related activities with our contract manufacturers, overseeing day-to-day execution, production targets, and issue resolution.

The role will lead continuous improvement initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop robust manufacturing strategies that scale with the business.

• Oversee Manufacturing Operations - be the go-to subject matter expert for all aspects of manufacturing with our contract manufacturers. Ensure day-to-day operations align with Bevi's production goals, quality standards, and timelines.
• Drive Continuous Improvement - identify, implement, and track improvements to processes, equipment, and materials that increase manufacturing efficiency, reliability, and scalability. Develop a data-driven approach to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
• Lead Problem-Solving Efforts - spearhead cross-functional initiatives to resolve complex manufacturing issues, including quality defects, design limitations, and operational inefficiencies. Use problem-solving methodologies to perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Collaboration & Cross-Functional Leadership - work with internal teams (Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality) and external partners (contract manufacturers, suppliers) to ensure manufacturing processes meet Bevi's standards. Drive alignment between stakeholders to prioritize key initiatives.
• Manufacturing Strategy Development - play an instrumental role in developing and executing strategies for manufacturing scalability. Plan and implement initiatives to ensure Bevi's capabilities grow with the business.
• Support Supplier and Vendor Relationships - manage relationships with suppliers and contract manufacturers, providing technical guidance and support for process improvements, testing procedures, and quality monitoring.
• Ensure Robust Documentation and Reporting - lead the creation and maintenance of manufacturing documentation, including process flows, work instructions, and engineering change orders. Regularly track and report on quality and reliability metrics.
• Execute Product Design Changes - implement design changes, product refreshes, and continuous improvements on existing product lines. Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure changes integrate smoothly while maintaining quality, cost, and reliability standards.

• Experience:
  
  5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, or process engineering, with a strong track record in fast-paced, high-growth environments
• Manufacturing Ownership - Demonstrated ability to independently manage day-to-day manufacturing activities with contract manufacturers, drive production schedules, address issues, and optimize processes
• Process Optimization - Expertise in process optimization, continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, six sigma, SPC, Kaizen, and related methodologies
• Problem-Solving - Advanced problem-solving skills with experience in structured methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5Y, root cause analysis) to diagnose and solve manufacturing challenges
• Engineering Change Management - Deep understanding of engineering change management systems and processes; ability to drive product and process changes
• Cross-Functional Collaboration - Ability to work across engineering, quality, supply chain, and operations to ensure products are manufactured to specification, on time, and within budget
• Global Supplier Experience - Experience working with suppliers and contract manufacturers in diverse geographies and scaling operations while maintaining high standards of quality and cost efficiency
• Data-Driven - Strong analytical skills; ability to use data to…