Manufacturing Engineering Manager - Aprilaire : Job Details

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Aprilaire

Job Location : all cities,WI, USA

Posted on : 2025-08-06T01:07:47Z

Job Description :

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to join us at our Madison Facility. Our ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, possess innate leadership ability, and help ensure our manufacturing and maintenance departments support our overall business strategy.

This is a fully onsite role based in Madison, WI. Candidates must live in, or be open to relocating to, the area.

Responsibilities
  • Ensure manufacturing engineering and maintenance department strategies align with the overall business unit strategy.
  • Manage, mentor, and develop teams of Manufacturing Engineers, Technicians, and Maintenance Supervisors, including task assignment, performance expectations, and evaluations.
  • Lead budget estimation, design, and deployment of equipment and tooling projects, including vendor selection, negotiations, and installation.
  • Supervise and coach maintenance teams to implement effective maintenance processes, including preventive and predictive systems.
  • Possess industry and technical knowledge to direct equipment strategy and continuous improvement plans, with experience in automation, controls, electrical/hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and metal forming.
  • Develop annual department goals and KPIs aligned with plant strategy.
  • Utilize OEE metrics to drive equipment effectiveness.
  • Support new product launches by improving machine capabilities.
  • Lead problem-solving teams to address equipment issues and root causes.
  • Act as local resource for facility maintenance, coordinating with the Facilities Manager.
  • Drive continuous improvement activities focusing on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity, using methodologies like Lean, TPM, 6σ, etc.
  • Manage departmental budgets, including expenses, tooling, and equipment support.
  • Oversee plant capital spending and project justification.
  • Process and review overhead invoices and budgets, ensuring compliance and alignment with financial teams.
  • Ensure safety compliance and maintain departmental housekeeping standards.
    • Qualifications

    Education & Experience:

    • Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or Controls Engineering, or related field.
    • 5+ years leading manufacturing engineering and maintenance teams.
    • 5+ years experience in manufacturing machine or process design, managing projects from concept to completion.

    Knowledge:

    • Practical application of engineering principles in manufacturing equipment design and implementation.
    • Design techniques for automated control systems.
    • Drawing standards for electrical and mechanical applications.
    • Knowledge of machines, tools, and fabrication processes.
    • Experience with PLCs, HMIs, electrical troubleshooting, and electronic systems.
    • Understanding of safety standards and regulations.

    Skills:

    • Technology design and systems evaluation.
    • Complex problem solving and decision-making.
    • Time management and active listening.

    Abilities:

    • Programming and troubleshooting PLCs and HMIs.
    • Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
    • Problem sensitivity and information ordering.
    • Teamwork, leadership, planning, communication, goal-setting, and motivation skills.
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