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Engineering Manager
Roberts, WI US
Job Description
Location: Roberts, WI
Direct Hire
Salary: $140, 000 –$160, 000 (based on experience)
We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to serve as a key plant leader and operational partner to the General Manager at a growing wire harness and cable assembly facility. This is a high-impact leadership role functioning as the plant’s #2 leader, driving engineering execution, manufacturing process stability, quality compliance, and continuous improvement across the operation.
This position is ideal for a floor-driven leader who thrives in a hands-on manufacturing environment and can align Engineering, Production, Quality, and Supply Chain to meet customer delivery and performance goals.
Key Responsibilities
Plant Leadership & Operational Partnership
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Act as primary engineering leader and strategic partner to the General Manager
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Support daily plant execution and cross-functional prioritization
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Step in as acting plant leader when needed
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Reinforce KPI accountability and execution discipline across departments
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Support escalation management for quality, delivery, and engineering risks
Engineering & Manufacturing Execution
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Lead production engineering, process development, and troubleshooting efforts
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Drive stable, repeatable manufacturing processes for wire harness and cable assembly
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Oversee tooling, fixtures, test methods, and equipment improvements
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Provide technical direction to resolve production constraints quickly
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Coach and mentor engineering and technical staff
New Product Introduction (NPI)
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Lead manufacturing readiness for new product launches and first article builds
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Ensure manufacturability, cycle time accuracy, and process capability
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Support quoting efforts with labor standards and cost analysis
Documentation & Quality Systems
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Oversee work instructions, SOPs, routings, BOMs, and documentation control
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Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, UL, IPC, and relevant standards
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Lead root cause investigations and CAPA processes (8D, 5-Why, A3, Fishbone)
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Manage internal and external audits, ensuring sustained compliance
Continuous Improvement
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Drive scrap reduction, efficiency improvements, and throughput optimization
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Lead Kaizen initiatives and structured problem-solving efforts
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Track and report engineering KPIs to plant leadership
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related technical discipline
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6–10+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing or process engineering
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Strong background in wire harness or cable assembly manufacturing (highly preferred)
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Hands-on troubleshooting experience in production environments
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Ability to read electrical schematics, harness drawings, and engineering prints
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Experience supporting NPI and first builds
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Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills
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Prior Engineering Lead, Supervisor, or Manager experience
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Electro-mechanical, aerospace, defense, or high-reliability manufacturing experience
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Lean Manufacturing and structured problem-solving expertise
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Experience supporting quoting, labor standards, and cost analysis
What We’re Looking For
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A floor-driven leader who diagnoses issues quickly and drives action
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A strong communicator who can align engineering, production, and quality
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Execution-focused with the ability to operate at a true plant leadership level
Meet Your Recruiter
Chris Ingersoll
Technical Recruiter
With over two decades dedicated to talent recruitment and staffing management within dynamic agency settings, Chris possesses extensive experience across diverse industries. Throughout her career, her primary focus has always been on prioritizing the delivery of high-quality staffing solutions.
Chris consistently strives to match the right talent with the right opportunities, ensuring that both clients and candidates benefit from a seamless and mutually rewarding experience. This commitment to excellence has been the cornerstone of her approach in facilitating successful placements and fostering long-term professional relationships.
Chris's journey has sharpened her ability to handle intricate staffing needs while nurturing strong connections with clients and candidates. As always, she is committed to offering tailored solutions that contribute to organizational growth.