Manager, Manufacturing Process Engineer

• Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, and 5S Leadership – Will lead continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations, driving product cell development, standardization, team capability building, and sustained adoption of Lean and 5S practices.
• To be successful in this role, the manager will guide teams in the use of industry-standard and state-of-the-art continuous improvement tools and problem-solving techniques, including Six Sigma, Lean, 5S, Gemba, Quick Response Manufacturing (QRM), Value Stream Mapping, and Kaizen events.
• Methods of Manufacture – Oversee the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of manufacturing travelers, work instructions, workflow sequences, and released work orders throughout the factory. Lead CAPA teams and ensure root cause analysis and corrective actions are completed effectively and sustainably.
• Plant / Facility Layout – Partner with Engineering, EHS, Facility Maintenance, and Operations teams to improve workflow, material flow, safety, productivity, and overall manufacturing efficiency across the operation.
• Technical Writing and Process Standardization – Manage the development, review, and implementation of work instructions, procedures, and process documentation to support Manufacturing Engineering, training, compliance, and operational consistency.

The manager will ensure each area documents its processes for training, reference, standardization, and continuous improvement, while reinforcing accountability for consistent execution across the manufacturing organization.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent; advanced degree or relevant certifications preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, or process improvement, including prior leadership or management responsibility.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage priorities, influence cross-functional stakeholders, and drive measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Visio.

Nikkiso is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.