Manufacturing Engineering Manager/Leader
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Published Date: 08/05/2026
Job Type: Permanent
Industry: Architecture and Engineering
Hours: Full Time
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Our client, a leading organization in the Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) industry, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Leader to join their team. As a Manufacturing Engineering Leader,you will be part of the Operations Department supporting manufacturing and technical teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, technical expertise, and a passion for continuous improvement, which will align successfully in the organization.
Job Title: Manufacturing Engineering Leader
Location: Seymour, Connecticut
Pay Range: $145,000 - $175,000
What's the Job?
- Provide strategic and tactical leadership across manufacturing and technical operations within a high-mix EMS environment.
- Drive operational excellence in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People (SQDCP) metrics to ensure scalable processes and optimized asset utilization.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing lean manufacturing principles, value stream mapping, and Kaizen events.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance product design for manufacturability and support new product introductions (NPI).
- Oversee production planning, capacity modeling, and equipment effectiveness to maximize throughput and efficiency.
What's Needed?
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical field.
- 8-10 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience within the EMS industry.
- Deep understanding of high-mix EMS manufacturing processes including SMT, through-hole, test, and box build operations.
- Expertise in production planning systems, capacity modeling, and ERP/MRP tools.
- Strong leadership, communication, and change management skills with a focus on team development and operational excellence.
What's in it for me?
- Opportunity to lead and influence a dynamic manufacturing environment with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
- Competitive salary aligned with your experience and expertise.
- Engagement in strategic planning and technology roadmap development.
- Chance to work in a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diversity and professional growth.
- Supportive leadership committed to your development and success.
Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Health Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Business Travel Insurance
- Weekly Pay