Job Title Manufacturing Engineering Manager III Job Category Engineering Job Description What starts with YOU, moves the world! Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Manufacturing Engineering Manager III based at our Berea, KY manufacturing facility. What you will do:
- Lead manufacturing engineering team, providing direction, prioritization, and coaching to support production, safety, quality, and cost objectives.
- Own departmental budgets and capital spending, including annual planning, monthly tracking, and quarterly forecasting in partnership with finance.
- Plan, execute, and monitor capital and process improvement projects, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with minimal production disruption.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives by optimizing plant layout, workflows, equipment reliability, automation, and manufacturing processes using lean manufacturing principles.
- Support new product introductions and process changes, ensuring manufacturability, scalability, and operational readiness.
- Oversee the implementation and sustainment of advanced manufacturing and automation systems, improving productivity and consistency.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, maintaining facilities and equipment to applicable state and federal standards.
- Develop team capabilities, identifying training needs and building technical and leadership skills across engineering and maintenance teams.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, quality, supply chain, and leadership to align engineering priorities with business goals.
- Lead the HYPull (lean operating/continuous improvement) system for the plant.
Who you are:
- A confident communicator who builds trust and alignment across teams and levels.
- A practical problem solver who uses data and experience to make sound decisions.
- A coach and mentor who develops talent and strengthens team engagement.
- A change leader who drives improvement while maintaining operational stability.
- A results-oriented professional who balances strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
What you will need:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; Master's degree preferred
- 7-10 years of relevant experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role
Skills, Experience & Abilities
- Manufacturing engineering leadership and team management
- Capital project planning, execution, and financial control
- Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
- Automation systems, equipment integration, and process optimization
- New product and process introduction support
- Root cause analysis and structured problem-solving
- Knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations and compliance requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Who we are: Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, has been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers and employees for over 100 years. For more information about a career with Hyster-Yale, please visit hyster-yalecareers.com. What we offer: Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k). #LI-ARD #LI-ONSITE Job Type Permanent Time Type Full time Work Hours 40 Travel Required 1-10% Primary Location HY US Berea, KY Address 2200 Menelaus Pike Zip Code 40403 Field-Based No Relocation Assistance Available No We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled