Manager Mfg Engineering-Plant

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.
United States, Indiana, Fort Wayne
6710 Innovation Blvd. (Show on map)
Apr 26, 2025
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Job Posting Title Manager Mfg Engineering-Plant Job Description Summary Manages the manufacturing engineering staff and oversees all activities involved in developing, documenting, implementing, supporting, and continually improving efficient, cost-effective production manufacturing processes for the company.Manages development, support, maintenance, and continual improvement of effective manufacturing processes, procedures, machinery, and tooling to improve manufacturing costs, quality, and safety.Manages the organization's manufacturing engineers and product-design support personnel.Provides ongoing support for corrective action on manufacturing problems and deficiencies, and troubleshooting technically challenging production problems.Researches process performance data to identify and implement manufacturing process improvements to improve manufacturing yield, runtime, quality and safety, and reduce manufacturing costs. Job Description Provides leadership and direction to the Manufacturing Engineering staff including coordinators of all ME related functional groups Insures the organization includes the proper Manufacturing Engineering support structure, skill sets, and functional groups. Develops manufacturing processes and resultant investment for new product programs. Can properly fill out MPPS, spend curve, equipment utilization, capacity, and timing documents Develops and communicates process flows for process sourcing Oversees the sourcing of appropriate manufacturing equipment for the production of automotive components and assemblies. Manages the standard tasks associated with process launch and enforces discipline to timelines Insures all quality standards are met as it relates to process development and risk mitigation Insures best practices for manufacturing processes are implemented Develops assessment, training, and succession plans for the continuous development of the Manufacturing Engineering organization and talent base Supports current operations by providing problem solving guidance or systems solutions to improve performance Manages the CapEx budget of a single area or process launch. Enforces the adherence to AAM Manufacturing Engineering procedures and administrative systems Researches process performance data to identify and implement manufacturing process improvements to improve yield, runtime, quality, and safety, and reduce manufacturing costs All other duties as assigned. Required Skills and Education Basic Qualifications: 8+ years of experience in an engineering management role in a manufacturing environment Strong background with a focus on electric propulsion, driveline, or metal forming technologies. Ability to work collaboratively and inclusively within a diverse team. Outstanding problem-solving skills and a diligent approach. Demonstrated ability to drive operational excellence and align team objectives with company strategy. Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Engineering or a related field Experience working in Forging or Heat Treatment About AAM: As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, we are Bringing the Future Faster for a safer and more sustainable tomorrow. To learn more, visit AAM.com. Why Join #TeamAAM: As a member of #TeamAAM, you'll get to make a difference on day one. From your first day with us, you'll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills, and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM...and the world. AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.