Manufacturing Engineering Manager Jobs in Allendale, MI

## Manufacturing Engineering ManagerBewerbenremote type: Vor Ortlocations: Holland, Michigan (Office)time type: Full timeposted on: Heute ausgeschriebenjob requisition id: R49678Xylem ist ein Fortune 500 Wassertechnologieunternehmen mit global 23.000 Mitarbeitenden in über 100 Ländern und einer Mission: unseren Kunden durch innovative Technologielösungen und unser Fachwissen bei der Lösung von Wasserproblemen und -herausforderungen zu helfen. Wir sind der weltweit führende Anbieter effizienter, innovativer und nachhaltiger Wassertechnologien, die dafür sorgen, dass unser Wasser nachhaltig genutzt, optimal verwaltet, erhalten und wiederverwendet wird.**Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position****The Role**We're seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead manufacturing engineering across two production facilities in Holland, Michigan, supporting approximately 250 employees. You'll lead a team of two Manufacturing Engineers while partnering closely with Operations and Product Design Engineering to improve manufacturability, drive continuous improvement, and execute capital projects that support business growth.The two facilities serve different manufacturing models—engineered-to-order custom products and configured-to-order production with aftermarket warehousing—making this an exciting opportunity for a leader who enjoys solving diverse operational challenges.**What You'll Do:****Lead Manufacturing Engineering*** Lead, coach, and develop a team of two Manufacturing Engineers.* Establish team priorities, performance goals, and professional development plans.* Foster a collaborative culture focused on safety, quality, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement.* Partner with Operations leadership to improve productivity and remove operational barriers.**Drive Capital Projects & Facility Improvements*** Lead the planning, justification, and execution of capital investment (CAPEX) projects.* Manage equipment upgrades, facility improvements, infrastructure enhancements, and capacity expansion projects.* Oversee facility maintenance strategies in partnership with internal teams and external vendors.* Deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.**Improve Manufacturing Processes*** Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.* Analyze manufacturing processes and implement practical solutions to improve efficiency and eliminate waste.* Support the implementation of new manufacturing technologies and automation where appropriate.* Drive measurable operational improvements across both facilities.**Partner Across Engineering & Operations*** Serve as the primary manufacturing engineering liaison between Product Design Engineering and Operations.* Influence product designs to improve manufacturability, quality, and cost.* Support new product introductions and engineering changes while ensuring manufacturing readiness.* Build strong cross-functional relationships with Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Production teams.**Lead Cross-Functional Projects*** Manage multiple engineering and operational projects simultaneously.* Develop project plans, budgets, schedules, and resource plans.* Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.* Communicate progress and results with business leaders and stakeholders.**Champion Safety & Quality*** Support root cause investigations and corrective actions.* Ensure compliance with safety standards, company policies, and applicable regulations.* Promote a culture where safety, accountability, and continuous improvement are everyday priorities.**What You’ll Bring:*** Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline* 5 plus years of manufacturing engineering, operations engineering, or related experience* 2 plus years of people leadership experience, or demonstrated success leading cross-functional engineering projects* Experience leading manufacturing process improvements and Lean initiatives* Proven success managing CAPEX projects from planning through implementation* Strong project management, budgeting, and resource planning skills* Experience working closely with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Product Engineering teams* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills* A collaborative, hands-on leadership style with a passion for continuous improvement.**Why This Role?**This is more than a traditional manufacturing engineering management position. You'll have the opportunity to:* Influence manufacturing strategy across two unique production environments* Lead meaningful capital investments that improve operations* Build strong partnerships between Engineering and Operations* Develop and mentor an engineering team* Drive Lean transformation and operational excellence* Make visible contributions that improve safety, quality, productivity, and customer satisfactionIf you're an engineering leader who enjoys rolling up your sleeves, developing people, and making a measurable impact on manufacturing performance, we'd love to hear from you.*#LI-JO2*Werden Sie Teil des globalen Xylem-Teams und gestalten Sie innovative Technologielösungen mit, die die Nutzung, Verfügbarkeit, den Schutz und die nachhaltige Verwendung von Wasser sicherstellen. Unsere Produkte kommen in der öffentlichen Versorgung, der Industrie, im Wohnbereich und in gewerblichen Gebäuden zum Einsatz – mit dem Ziel, intelligente Maschinen, Anlagen, Messsysteme, Netzwerktechnologien und fortschrittliche Analysen für Wasser-, Strom- und Gasversorger sowie die Industrie bereitzustellen. Arbeiten Sie mit uns an einer Welt, in der die aktuellen und kommenden Wasserherausforderungen mit Kreativität und Engagement gelöst werden und in der Inklusion und Zugehörigkeit als Treiber für Innovation erkannt werden, um unsere Wettbewerbsfähigkeit weltweit zu stärken.At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation #J-18808-Ljbffr