Sr. Manufacturing Industrial Engineering Manager

Position: Sr.Manufacturing Industrial Engineering ManagerPosition SummaryThe Sr.Manufacturing Industrial Engineering Manager is responsible for driving operational excellence across the manufacturing site by leading high-impact industrial engineering initiatives.This role oversees a team of engineers and partners closely with Operations leadership to optimize processes, improve productivity, reduce costs, and deploy advanced technologies.The ideal candidate brings strong strategic thinking, hands-on problem-solving capability, and a proven ability to lead transformation in a high-growth manufacturing environment.Key Responsibilities:Leadership & Strategy- Develop, communicate, and execute the Industrial Engineering strategy aligned to site and global business objectives.- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of industrial engineers across multiple shifts or sites.- Champion a culture of continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and operational excellence.- Influence cross-functional leaders and drive alignment for engineering initiatives and improvement programs.Process Optimization- Analyze workflows, material flow, and production lines to identify improvement opportunities and remove waste.- Conduct time studies, line balancing, capacity analysis, and ergonomic assessments to ensure optimal performance.- Define and implement standardized work, manufacturing best practices, and performance metrics.- Lead Kaizen events and structured problem-solving sessions (A3, DMAIC, 5 Why, etc.).Technology & Innovation- Evaluate, introduce, and deploy automation solutions, advanced manufacturing technologies, and Industry 4.0 tools.- Utilize data analytics, dashboards, and simulation models to predict bottlenecks and optimize plant performance.- Support digital transformation initiatives, ensuring successful adoption of new technologies.Cost, Productivity & Capital Projects- Deliver measurable improvements in labor productivity, throughput, cycle time, and operational cost reduction.- Lead layout redesigns, capacity planning, and process flow optimization for current and future state operations.- Support capital investment projects including ROI analysis, layout creation, and equipment specification.- Drive cost-saving initiatives through waste elimination, efficiency improvements, and automation.Cross-Functional Collaboration- Work closely with operations, quality, maintenance, supply chain, and engineering to ensure seamless execution of initiatives.- Provide industrial engineering support for New Product Introduction (NPI), new equipment installation, and plant expansions.- Act as a strategic partner to leadership, escalating risks and proposing solutions with strong data-driven rationale.Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field; Master's degree preferred.- Minimum 8–10 years of experience in Industrial Engineering roles within a manufacturing environment (high-mix/complex operations preferred).- Proven experience leading engineering teams, ideally across multiple sites or a large-scale operation.- Strong expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt preferred), and continuous improvement methodologies.- Demonstrated success driving large-scale productivity and cost-reduction initiatives.- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and program management skills.- Excellent communication skills in English and Spanish (bilingual required).- Ability to influence at all organizational levels, including senior leadership.Preferred Skills- Hands-on experience implementing Industry 4.0 tools, MES, automation, or digital manufacturing systems.- Proficiency with simulation tools (Arena, FlexSim, AutoMod) and advanced data analytics platforms (Power BI, Tableau, Python preferred).- Knowledge of ergonomic design, safety standards, and regulatory compliance in manufacturing environments.- Experience in fast-paced, global, or high-growth manufacturing companies.