Sandvik is looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead the Manufacturing Engineering department to ensure products are designed and produced efficiently, cost-effectively, and with high quality. The role aims to drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM), optimize production processes, and deliver measurable value through cost reduction, productivity improvements, and innovation, while enabling seamless new product introduction (NPI) and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process optimization.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver measurable business impact.
- Experience in manufacturing engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Experience in driving Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
- Experience in optimizing production processes.
- Experience in new product introduction (NPI).
- Experience in implementing and sustaining 5S principles.
Responsibilities
- Design, validate, and implement efficient manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
- Lead lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement initiatives.
- Optimize plant layout, workflow, and material handling for maximum efficiency.
- Oversee design, procurement, and maintenance of tools, fixtures, and equipment.
- Evaluate and implement automation and advanced manufacturing technologies.
- Develop robust process validation and risk mitigation plans.
- Implement and sustain 5S principles (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) across the production floor.
Other
- Build and mentor a high-performing team of manufacturing engineers.
- Set clear goals, KPIs, and accountability for value-added contributions.
- Develop and execute the manufacturing engineering strategy aligned with business objectives.
- Work with Design Engineering to apply DFM principles early in the design phase.
- Partner with Production to resolve manufacturing issues and improve throughput.
