Manager, Engineering

Company: Apex Tool Group--
Location: Lexington
Posted on: February 23, 2021

Job Description:

Apex Tool Group is an equal opportunity--employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.--

• Prioritize daily work and ongoing projects for the Manufacturing Engineering department to ensure alignment with overall strategy for plant and to deliver on customer commitments
• Write and execute standard operating procedures for process testing and validations for reprocessed parts, components and tools, as well as, New Product Development launches
• Evaluate, redesign and implement manufacturing processes to improve performance metrics of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Inventory
• Effectively manage human capital within the Engineering department, with focuses on ensuring appropriate staffing levels to drive projects by deadlines, and creating bench strength
• Compose Capital Allocation Requests (CARs) to support current and future equipment implementation, including a return on investment calculation, identification of physical assets needed, coordination of vendor training and providing ongoing engineering support
• Develop and maintain SAP Master Data related to production, to include Bill of Materials, Routings and similar documents
• Foster an environment which aligns with Apex Tool Group's Core Values
• Develop and execute a capital strategy to deliver annual productivity, support manufacturing operations and NPD capabilities, and create machining excellence by utilizing the latest technology.
• Create strategic plan and execute Machining Excellence Program to improve quality, meet productivity targets, improve product costs, and simplify plant processes.
• Other duties as needed. Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline is required
  • 7+ years' experience in a machining environment with a focus on process engineering
  • In-depth understanding and knowledge of ERP systems is required; SAP experience is preferred
  • In-depth understanding and knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles; Green or Black Certification is preferred
  • Proficiency in CAD software (Esprit, ProE, Creo, etc.) is required; CNC programming is preferred
  • Experience in VA/VE, 3P, SMED, Kaizen events, and Continuous Improvement
  • Proven track record of increasing operational efficiencies, affectivity, productivity and quality
  • Ability to create rapport and buy-in with production associates through interaction
  • Ability to lead others effectively to accomplish goals by their respective deadlines
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Project or similar software is preferred
    At-- Apex Tool Group (www.apextoolgroup.com),--we're passionate about innovation. We use our experienceand global insights to create innovative products that excite our customers, andsolve their problems. We harness that same innovative spirit to inspire ourassociates and help them grow in their careers.
    
    We're a $1.4B manufacturer of hand and power tools, toolstorage and accessories, chain, and electronic soldering solutions. Our 7,500 associates around the globe havebuilt powerhouse brands like GEARWRENCH--,SATA--, Crescent--, Cleco--, Weller-- and APEX--, trusted to get the job done right. With an entrepreneurial heritage that beganin the 1800's, today our tools drive efficiency, speed and safety in cutting-edgeautomotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, industrial and consumer markets.
    
    As part of the ATG team, you will innovate, move fast,think globally, learn from your colleagues and grow your career. You'll have opportunities to give back in ourcommunities, and enjoy competitive benefits as well as a healthy work/lifebalance.
    
    Our five core values -Customers Come First, Integrity in All We Do, Continuous Improvement, Innovationfor Growth and Best Talent, One Team - drive how we operate, everyday.
    
    Learn moreabout our brands, our associates, and how we support our communities - followus on Facebook/apextoolgroup, Twitter/apextoolgroup and Instagram/ATGCares
    
    If your goal is to work where finding a better way never ends and your ideasbecome reality, ATG is the team for you!

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