Sr Manager, Manufacturing Engineering

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Date:
Jan 8, 2026

Location:

Jackson, MN, US

Workplace Type:
Onsite

Not everyone can claim to feed the world, but it is part of our every day. Behind everything we do for our farmers, there is one AGCO team making it happen. We are proud to put our curiosity to work, building a better and more sustainable world. Join our extraordinary team today!

AGCO is seeking its next Sr Manager, Manufacturing Engineering, in our Jackson MN facility. In this role, you will manage the Manufacturing Engineering Department, provide production support, oversee change management, lead new product introductions, and drive projects in safety, quality, productivity, and capacity.

• Oversee resources to address product quality and production process needs.
• Develop and execute production support strategies.
• Benchmark and implement best practices in manufacturing and assembly.
• Develop and mentor engineering support staff.
• Align department objectives with business, product, and customer goals.
• Manage departmental budgets within the Annual Operating Plan.
• Represent Manufacturing Engineering on relevant committees and guide product plans for enhanced safety, quality, and cost reduction.
• Support New Product Introduction Teams by empowering representatives to influence design and reduce launch risks.
• Research and implement process improvements to boost quality and efficiency.
• Manage assigned projects, ensuring schedules and budgets are met.
• Stay informed on industry developments through ongoing learning.

• Preferred, 3 years' management or supervisory experience, with strong leadership and cultural development skills to manage a Manufacturing Engineering Department.
• Minimum 5 years' engineering experience across support functions.
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or related engineering field.
• Proven team player with change leadership abilities.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, planning, and interpersonal skills; enthusiastic and eager to learn.
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and able to handle multiple tasks.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and problem‑solving methodologies.
• Basic knowledge of modern agriculture, customers, and equipment usage expectations.

This position will pay within the range of $ - $, based on experience. This position is eligible for a bonus based on 20% compensation.

• Health care and wellness plans
• Dental and vision plans
• Flexible and virtual work options (where available)
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering eligible employees the ability to purchase AGCO stock at a discounted price
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Reimbursement for continuing education
• Life insurance and other supplemental insurance plans

In this role you will work onsite in our Jackson MN facility to team up with your wonderful AGCO colleagues.

We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers to our farmers. Through our recruitment efforts, we are committed to building a team that includes a variety of experiences, backgrounds, cultures and perspectives.

Join our extraordinary team today and apply now!

AGCO is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing.

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AGCO is a global leader in design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and precision technology. AGCO delivers value to farmers and OEM customers through its differentiated brand portfolio including leading brands like Fendt®, Massey Ferguson®, PTx and Valtra®. AGCO's full line of equipment, smart farming solutions and services helps farmers sustainably feed our world.