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Lead and develop a team of Production Engineers supporting machining, plastic molding, assembly, and test operations.
Set directional strategy for production engineering aligned with plant safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
Build a strong engineering culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.
Oversee manufacturing processes, including precision aluminum and steel machining, plastic injection molding, mechanical assembly, ECU programming, and functional testing.
Ensure robust process design, line balancing, error‑proofing (poka‑yoke), and automation to support high‑volume, high‑quality production.
Support manufacturability for aluminum housings, gear mechanisms, pump mechanisms, and electronic control integration.
Lead production readiness for new product launches including process validation, PFMEA, control plans, run‑at‑rate, and capacity confirmation.
Partner with Product Design Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Program Management to transition products from development to mass production.
Review and approve engineering changes related to process, tooling, and equipment.
Develop and manage capital budgets for new equipment, automation, and line expansions.
Lead capital projects from concept through installation, commissioning, and handover to operations.
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Senior · 10+ years experience
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