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Manufacturing Systems Manager

Ensign-Bickford Industries

Simsbury, Connecticut

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SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Best Practices, Bridge Building, Business Operations, Business Strategy, Change Management, Civil Engineering, Cloud Computing, Computer Science, Continuous Improvement, Data Modeling, Data Processing, Data Quality, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Ecosystems, Emerging Technology, FDA (Food and Drug Administration), GCP (Good Clinical Practices), ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Identify Issues, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Robotics, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, Internet of Things, Interoperability, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Management, Manufacturing Systems, Manufacturing Technology, Mentoring, Microsoft Windows Azure, OSHA, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Process Modeling, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Regulatory Compliance, Request for Proposals (RFP), Requirements Management, Robotics, Root Cause Analysis, Set Goals, Software Design, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Supply Chain, System Architecture, System Integration (SI), System Operations, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation
LOCATION
Simsbury, Connecticut
POSTED
10 days ago

This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions.Click here to learn more.

Job Description

EBAD is seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Systems Manager to lead, develop, and mentor a team of Systems Engineers while designing, optimizing, and overseeing the integration of advanced manufacturing systems across our operations. This role is responsible for aligning business objectives, production requirements, and technology solutions to create scalable, efficient, and resilient manufacturing environments. The Manufacturing Systems Manager serves as a key bridge between engineering, IT, operations, and leadership teams to ensure seamless execution of digital transformation initiatives. In addition to providing technical and organizational leadership, this role is hands-on in owning the full lifecycle of a business-critical MES application, from design and implementation through day-to-day operations, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Systems Architecture & Design

  • Develop and maintain the overall architecture for manufacturing systems, including MES, ERP, SCADA, PLCs, robotics, IoT devices, and cloud platforms.
  • Define technical roadmaps that align with business strategy, operational efficiency goals, and industry best practices.
  • Ensure system interoperability, security, and scalability.

Integration & Optimization

  • Lead the integration of disparate systems into a unified digital manufacturing ecosystem.
  • Drive standardization of processes, data models, and system interfaces.
  • Identify and implement automation opportunities to improve throughput, quality, and cost efficiency.

Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Partner with operations, IT, engineering, and supply chain teams to gather requirements and translate them into system capabilities.
  • Act as the subject matter expert for manufacturing technologies during vendor evaluations, RFPs, and implementation projects.

Governance & Compliance

  • Establish and enforce governance standards for manufacturing systems, including cybersecurity, data integrity, and change management.
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations (e.g., ISO, FDA, OSHA) and internal quality standards.

Continuous Improvement

  • Monitor system performance and lead root-cause analysis for complex issues.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies (Industry 4.0, IIoT, digital twins, AI/ML in manufacturing) and recommend adoption strategies

Team Leadership & Development

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Manufacturing Systems Engineers
  • Set departmental goals and KPIs aligned with company objectives.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in manufacturing IT/OT systems, with at least 3 years in an architecture or systems leadership role.
  • Strong knowledge of MES, ERP, SCADA, PLCs, robotics, and industrial IoT platforms.
  • Excellent leadership and team development capabilities.
  • Proven experience with system integration, data architecture, and digital transformation initiatives.
  • Familiarity with cloud solutions (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and edge computing in manufacturing environments.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or process optimization methodologies.
  • Exposure to digital twin, predictive maintenance, or AI/ML applications in manufacturing.
  • Professional certifications (TOGAF, ISA-95/ISA-99, PMP, or related).

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

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