Director, Manufacturing Engineering & Operational Excellence

Manufacturing Engineering And Operational Excellence Leader

Our client is a global manufacturer of highly engineered industrial equipment serving customers across a diverse range of end markets worldwide. With a strong reputation for innovation, engineering excellence, and customer-focused solutions, the organization is investing in the modernization of its manufacturing operations to support future growth, scalability, and operational excellence.

Job Description

Lead manufacturing engineering and operational excellence initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites. Partner closely with the President and senior leadership team on strategic operational improvement projects. Drive the modernization of manufacturing and assembly processes to improve efficiency, scalability, quality, and throughput. Develop and implement standardized manufacturing methodologies, work instructions, routing structures, and assembly processes. Translate engineering designs into practical manufacturing build strategies that can be consistently executed across facilities. Lead the conversion of Engineering Bills of Materials (EBOMs) into Manufacturing Bills of Materials (MBOMs). Establish best practices for manufacturability, assembly sequencing, product flow, and production readiness. Create repeatable manufacturing processes that reduce reliance on legacy "one person, one build" methodologies. Partner with production teams to identify bottlenecks, improve workflow, and enhance manufacturing performance. Work directly with machinery suppliers, machine tool vendors, and machining centers to support manufacturing improvements. Lead cross-functional projects involving Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations. Develop project plans, timelines, and governance structures for key business initiatives. Support continuous improvement efforts focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Provide leadership and mentorship to manufacturing engineering teams and help build future organizational capability.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Engineering, or a related technical discipline. 10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, including responsibility for manufacturing engineering, operations, operational excellence, or industrial engineering functions. Multi-site manufacturing experience required. Experience leading large-scale manufacturing transformation and process standardization initiatives. Strong project management and cross-functional leadership capabilities. Experience developing manufacturing processes, assembly methodologies, and production workflows. Demonstrated success improving the transition from engineering design to manufacturing execution. Experience interacting with machine shops, machining centers, equipment suppliers, and production operations. Comfortable working both strategically and hands-on within a manufacturing environment. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders from the shop floor to the executive level.

What's on Offer

Salary: $150,000 - $190,000. Comprehensive health and insurance benefits. Paid Vacation time. 401k with company match available.

Job Summary

Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing. Sub Sector: Operations Management. Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing. Where: Stonington. Contract Type: Permanent.