Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Location CA, Auburn

Department Engineering

Employment Type Full Time

We have a unique opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineering Manager at our Auburn, CA/Vian Enterprises site.

Crane Aerospace & Electronics offers a variety of fluid management solutions, including positive displacement pumps, centrifugal pumps, fuel flowmeters, fuel level systems and pressure sensing products. We draw on years of experience to precisely match our products to customer specifications and preferences.

Job Summary:

As the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, you will manage engineering operations for our Auburn, CA site. You will plan, direct and coordinate production, machinery, and packaging; and you will drive operational excellence into our processes. The Manufacturing Engineer Manager provides ongoing support for Value Stream leadership in the areas of productivity improvement and lead time reduction, takes a leadership role with Operations regarding New Product Development activities and is responsible for ensuring that all customer and internal cost requirements are met or exceeded. In this role you will report to our Site Leader.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of manufacturing process development, assembly and test process, tool design and fabrication and Statistical Process Control; Ensure timely and accurate completion of project tasks through diligent coordination of all resources, and non-manufacturing processes to achieve process control to acceptable levels as dictated by company policy and customer requirements.

• Drive process improvement, set-up reduction and the development of visual standard work to support cost reduction, productivity and lead time reduction goals; Champion change.

• Lead and support Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen activities to support Crane Business Systems initiatives and goals.

• Evaluate and approve all Engineering requests for development work to ensure feasibility, determine make/buy status, and prioritize workload.

• Coordinate with other departments to ensure the lowest cost to manufacture new or revised products inclusive of labor, materials, burdens, tooling equipment and facilities.

• Prepare departmental budgets; Monitor and control the expenses of the Manufacturing Engineering function within departmental budget constraints.

• Manage the investigation, selection, justification and appropriation of capital equipment for operations.

• Support new product introduction for all internally manufactured components on all new products and programs to include full participation in IPT activities.

• Responsible for the guidance and direction of all assigned personnel ensuring that company policy and work rules are adhered to.

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience: 8+ years previous related experience sufficient to demonstrate thorough competency and knowledge of theory and practical application of the technical discipline applicable to the assigned area

• Knowledge: Knowledge of continuous improvement tools; Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods

• Skills/Abilities: Strong emphasis on critical thinking, time management, judgment and decision-making; Excellent oral and written communication; Ability to motivate, develop and direct people as they work; Ability to identify the best people for the job.

• Education/Certification: BS degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electro-mechanical Engineering

• Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to controlled data or information and therefore only US persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment and familiar with MIL-SPEC

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You'll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniquesto optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

Salary range: $120,000 to $148,000. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Compensation packages also include comprehensive benefits, 401K contribution and match, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and more. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs. You can see a list of our benefits at or visit our website at for more information on our company and great opportunities.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.

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