Engineering Manager (Design Group) at Global Finishing Solutions, LLC.
Altoona, WI 54720
About the Job
About Us
Recognized worldwide, Global Finishing Solutions (GFS) is the leading manufacturer of paint booths and finishing systems for a wide variety of industries including automotive collision repair, aviation, industrial manufacturing, marine, military and defense, rail and transit, trucking and wood finishing. Our strength is in custom building finishing equipment to meet the unique needs of each customer. From sales and engineering to marketing and manufacturing, this variety of work makes our jobs exciting.
About This Opportunity
Global Finishing Solutions is seeking an individual with great cross functional communication skills, that is able to effectively manage the overall progress of projects within the design group, be able to anticipate and address any potential roadblocks found to keep projects moving forward. This position is onsite in Osseo, WI.
What You Will Do
- Develop and execute the annual business plans and manage the plans and budget.
- Coordinate all design activities of the team, interface with key cross-functional groups such as purchasing, quality assurance, manufacturing, sales, etc. and report project status for the assigned projects.
- Serve as the technical leader and project manager for significant development projects. Oversee key projects, processes and performance reports, data and analysis.
- Develop and maintain product standards, training systems, processes and best practices and then ensure consistency between product lines.
- Implement and/or maintain a product data management system that integrates with our ERP system compliant to ISO 9001.
- Work with manufacturing, operations, and quality to review and monitor quality and process improvements and new product development.
- Review operations and plans to meet requirements for sales planning and to ascertain engineering requirements.
- Develop and implement methods and procedures for monitoring projects such as preparation of records of expenditures and research findings, progress reports, and staff conferences, to inform management of current status of each project.
- Direct the review of production costs and product quality and modify production to maintain and enhance profitable operation of division.
- Evaluate product non-conformance and recommend design modifications.
- Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and development to all members of the team.
- Every employee is expected to support the GFS Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with our Quality System Manual and Quality Procedures.
What You Have to Offer
- Bachelors degree in engineering or related field (MBA preferred) with 10+ years of experience in relevant Engineering disciplines
- Demonstrated effective strategy development that results in achieving business objectives
- Cross functional leadership experience with positive business impact
- 7+ years leadership experience
- Be onsite
- Be willing to travel occasionally (10-30%)
What We Have to Offer
- We offer a competitive compensation package, generous incentive plan, 401k and profit sharing, health, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability.
- Development and career advancement opportunities.
- Opportunity to make your mark in a highly dynamic and growing work environment where you are empowered to make decisions and share in our companys success.
Learn More About Us
Careers at Global Finishing Solutions
We believe that every employee makes their mark on a company. A rapidly growing business, we are continuously seeking candidates to fill both new and vacant positions. Join us and see how you can make your mark.
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GFS is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workforce. Veterans, women, and minorities are encouraged to apply. GFS does not discriminate based on race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender-identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
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