Manager of Engineering

Warren Plant, 27767 George Merrelli Drive, Warren, Michigan, United States of America

Posted Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 5:00 AM

Do you want to work at an organization that is people focused, service minded and results oriented, that offers their customers creative problem solving, progressive solutions, and improved outcome? Then Avancez Assembly may be the place for you.

We are committed to a culture of excellence, with a focus on best practices and continuous improvement. We understand that our people are our biggest strength, and we know that world‑class service happens because of our capable and valued team members. Whether you are looking for an assembly position or a career in manufacturing management, you can thrive as a member of our team.

The engineering manager leads the engineering team to deliver, support and maintain effective and efficient production processes. Accountable to customer engineering requirements and specifications. Understand the leading indicators of each process that the manufacturing engineering will monitor and drive improvement. The engineering manager will calibrate and lead the engineering team on the current state of the operation and remove road blocks to ensure improved and stable performance.

• Responsible in launch gates to evaluate for buyoff and transfer of processes and equipment.
• Develop engineering department and individual goals supporting annual operation’s group goals.
• Develop risk mitigation plans – engage with key Android personnel and suppliers to proactively identify critical risks.
• Develop a high‑performance culture with an emphasis on innovation, continuous improvement, operations excellence and team member safety.
• Manage engineering budget, staffing, facility preparation and relevant assets as appropriate.
• Support cross functional commodity teams to empower our engineers across the globe to continued improvement and common methods.
• Provide leadership manufacturing engineering functions including process and layout design, maintenance, system and controls, facilitate Kaizen activities, quality support, ergonomics and safety.
• Review maintenance objectives regularly ensuring performance to targets and improvement.
• Ensure gage maintenance and calibrations are completed along with other requirements.
• Ensure the Engineering Change process is followed. Provide the discipline to use the process to plan and prepare for changes.
• Develop the leading indicators for each process to be monitored proactively.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree required in Engineering.
• 10+ years of Automotive Manufacturing experience or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in engineering technical leadership.

• High degree of organization skills in a highly complex environment.
• Technically competent in a wide variety of engineering areas.
• Team work and leading teams to a common goal that is achieved.
• Able to ask for help from valuable other facilities and headquarters resources.
• Practical experience leading engineering systems and tasks (APQP, PFMEA, plant layout, tooling & equipment maintenance, facility maintenance, etc.).
• Proven leadership skills and experience mentoring and developing staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical
• VSP Vision
• 401k Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional Competitive Benefits

Building A Better Everything

We build a better culture by putting people before profit, leading for purpose, passion and performance, and creating an environment devoted to an exceptional experience for our customers and people. We lead with respect and humility, are aligned to a common purpose, and hold ourselves accountable to embody our values in everything we do. We foster a commitment to engaging and empowering each person.

• Respect
• Integrity
• Perseverance
• Teamwork

Candidates residing in California or Colorado are not eligible for remote positions.

Avancez Assembly is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Warren Plant, 27767 George Merrelli Drive, Warren, Michigan, United States of America