Manufacturing Engineering Manager - Edwards : Job Details

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Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Buffalo, NY *Be part of an exciting journey as we build our new facility in the Western New York Science & Technology Advanced Manufacturing Park in Alabama, NY! This role offers a unique hybrid opportunity, blending remote work flexibility with on-site presence during the facility's construction phase.

Salary Range: $89,000 - 124,000

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location.

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager will lead a team of manufacturing engineers and a machine maintenance team to establish and optimize production capabilities at a new greenfield Product Company (manufacturing site). This role is critical in overseeing the successful transfer of high-precision machining, assembly operations, and machine maintenance processes from an existing product company, while driving the ramp-up of production over the next 12 months. The purpose of this position is to ensure the seamless integration of equipment, processes, and personnel, delivering operational excellence, efficiency, and quality in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 14 manufacturing engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
• Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of equipment and process transfers from an existing company site to the greenfield facility.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., production, quality, supply chain) to ensure a smooth ramp-up of production capacity over the next 12 months.
• Develop and implement manufacturing strategies for high-precision machining and assembly operations to meet production targets, quality standards, and timelines.
• Establish and manage a machine maintenance program to ensure equipment reliability, uptime, and longevity in a high-precision environment (Maintenance Team Lead and 6 technicians).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, utilizing lean manufacturing principles and advanced engineering techniques to optimize processes.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as production output, equipment efficiency, and defect rates.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards throughout the site's operations.
• Initially travel (up to 25% in the first 6-9 months) to the existing site to oversee equipment/process transfer, troubleshoot issues, and train staff, transitioning to minimal travel once the site is fully operational.

Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employee or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 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 duties.

Skills/Knowledge/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree or MBA is a plus.
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role overseeing engineering teams.
• Proven expertise in high-precision machining (e.g., CNC, milling, turning) and assembly operations.
• Strong knowledge of equipment maintenance strategies (e.g., preventive, predictive maintenance) and reliability engineering.
• Experience with greenfield site startups or large-scale process/equipment transfers is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt certification preferred), and process optimization methodologies.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated leadership and team-building abilities, with experience managing technical teams of 10+ individuals.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

***Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.***

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Primary work environment – office/computer• Some minor lifting may be required for quality inspection support• Infrequent travel may be required – up to 10% domestic to start

Benefits Summary:Annual Variable Compensation Bonus, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Company Match, Paid Vacation, Paid Floating Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Training and Development, Parental Leave, Disability Benefits, Life and AD&D Insurance.

What you can expect from us:

Excellent working conditions and benefits.Part of the Atlas Copco Group with a wide-reaching internal job market.Work in a global diverse and dynamic environment. You can grow with us: we always look for internal candidates before checking the market and have training and development programs. We have a friendly, family-like atmosphere – and that is not just a claim on the wall, it's a true fact.You can be creative and promote your own ideas.Every day brings new challenges and new things to learn.

Edwards Company considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws.

Edwards is a global leader of vacuum and abatement systems. We are proud to lead the industry, pushing the boundaries of science to deliver innovative products which are intrinsic to everyday life, working in partnership with our customers and continually setting new standards. With over 100 years of rich heritage, Edwards is the partner of choice for tens of thousands of customers in critical applications around the world. Vacuum is required in diverse sectors, from the generation of power to the production of steel, to the challenging environments of space simulation and high energy physics research.

At Edwards, we believe there is always a better way. Our employees are full of ideas. When looking to add a new team member, we are looking for someone that can appreciate what the Edwards Team has done and bring their new ideas and perspective to enhance where we can go. At Edwards you get to be part of something big; we work globally, but also get the opportunity to make a difference locally in our own discipline. We work hard to attract, motivate, develop and retain the best talent from the diversity of people across the globe. Our vision to be First in Mind, First in Choice relies on this strategy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Diverse by nature and inclusive by choiceBright ideas come from all of us. The more unique perspectives we embrace, the more innovative we are. Together we build a culture where difference is valued and we share a deep sense of purpose and belonging.

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