Danfoss in Forest City, NC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer Manager to lead the engineering function in a high-volume & high-mix extrusion and hose manufacturing facility. This role drives continuous improvement, leads capital projects, supports new product launches, and ensures processes are efficient, safe, and aligned with customer and quality standards.
Requirements
- 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement principles
- Proficiency with CAD, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office tools
- Experience in Extrusion or hose manufacturing
- Facilities maintenance and management
- Experience with braiding, coiling, or vulcanizing equipment
- Capital project or plant layout experience
Responsibilities
- Drive process improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, throughput, and cost reduction.
- Manage capital projects from concept through execution, including equipment installation, layout optimization, and vendor coordination.
- Support new product launches and ensure manufacturing readiness through DFM, trials, and SOP development.
- Collaborate with maintenance, quality, SCM, and operations to solve complex technical challenges.
- Oversee engineering change processes, documentation updates, and standard work implementation.
- Ensure engineering compliance with regulatory, environmental, and customer requirements.
- Provide technical leadership in root cause analysis (RCA), PFMEA, control plans, and corrective actions.
Other
- Lead and develop a high-performing team of manufacturing, process, and manufacturing engineers.
- Strong leadership and team development
- Problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities with cross-functional collaboration abilities
- Hands-on and committed to shop floor engagement
