POSITION OVERVIEWThe Manufacturing Engineering Manager will direct and coordinate the work of manufacturing engineers, documentation, and facility maintenance personnel, placing emphasis on process developments, production problem resolution and implementation of LEAN programs with the objective of streamlining production lines to increase and expand capacity. The incumbent will continuously improve the cost of manufacturing and quality over the full life cycle of the product.

　　POSITION GUIDELINESDevelop good interpersonal relationships necessary for effective teamworkMaintain professional manner/demeanor with all customers, visitors, and employeesWork effectively across all levels within the company as required to perform responsibilitiesStay abreast of the changing developments in lean manufacturing, piezoelectric technology and transducer design technology.JOB DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

　　Responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of manufacturing methods ensuring the highest quality, lowest cost, lowest scrap, and optimum capacity.Leads and directs the manufacturing engineering team to obtain optimum productivity while reaching strategic goals.Lead the implementation of LEAN principles and activities to optimize productivity and minimize costs.Provide guidance regarding design/manufacturing concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques to include standard work.Leads in the development of processes, tooling, and procedures to drive improvements and best practices.Determines and reviews all manufacturing processes for cost effectiveness and feasibility, both before and after engineering releases to manufacturing.Oversee the documentation department coordination of all engineering releases and changes, setting standards, data entry, and follow-up.Participate in design reviews and responsible for improving the design for manufacturability (DFM) early in the design phase of new product development.Conduct a continuous search of new materials, fixtures, processes, and procedures to enhance and improve the production lines to help the operation to reduce overall costs.Manages staff selection, performance, development, and training processes to ensure team competencies and capabilities are aligned with business goals and expectationsWork closely with the quality and operations teams to manage root cause corrective actions related to internal or external quality concerns.Other responsibilities as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS

　　Experience/Background

　　Minimum of 5 years of experience in a supervisory or management role.Minimum 10 years' experience including standards developments; equipment justifications, plant layouts and facilities design in manufacturing industries.Up to 25% travel required, both inside and outside the continental U.S.This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Must be a U.S. person or protected individual within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines U.S. persons and protected individuals as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), U.S. Temporary Resident, Political Asylee or Refugee.Skills

　　Advanced knowledge of Kaizen and LEAN manufacturing techniques, certificate in Lean Manufacturing preferredExperienced and able to do time studies, flow analysis, workload balancing, SPC, process sequence analysis and/or value stream mappingExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProficient with Microsoft Office Suite and ERP softwareExercise sound judgment and leadership skills in making management decisionsAn energetic, forward-thinking, and creative individual with high ethical standards and a positive professional imageStrong attention to detai , good organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize with changing situationsStrong interpersonal,written, and verbal communication skills to drive tasks to completionAble to handle multiple priorities and work well under pressureProficient in English (reading, writing and verbal skills)Bilingual in Spanish and English strongly preferred.Education

　　B.S. in Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and work that will allow successful performance of job expectationsENVIRONMENTAL and PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

　　Manufacturing / Non-Sedentary Requirements

　　Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work may be performed in an office or warehouse environment. Typically requires the ability to spend 66%+ hours each work day doing the following activities: stand for extended periods of time, walk, bend, stoop, or climb. May have possible exposure to dust and may require the ability to lift and/or push up to 50 pounds 33% - 66% of the time.

　　ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING JOB DUTIES AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS

　　Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one's supervisor or another manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Piezo Technologies reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. Piezo Technologies shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.