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This position provides direct leadership and development of Manufacturing Engineers while driving manufacturing excellence through process optimization, equipment and tooling improvements, lean manufacturing initiatives, and cross-functional project management.\nThe Manufacturing Engineering Manager will oversee the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing systems, processes, tooling, fixtures, CNC programming, inspection methods, automation initiatives, and workflow optimization. This role partners closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Supply Chain, and Plant Leadership to ensure operational objectives related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost are achieved.\nThe successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise, leadership capability, project management skills, and a commitment to the Company's core values of Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nLeadership and Team Development\nLead, mentor, and develop Manufacturing Engineers.\nEstablish departmental goals and objectives aligned with plant and company strategic initiatives.\nManage employee performance through coaching, training, performance evaluations, and career development planning.\nFoster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.\nPrioritize engineering resources and assign projects to support production and business objectives.\nPromote adherence to company policies, safety requirements, and engineering standards.\nManufacturing Process Engineering\nOversee the design, development, implementation, and improvement of manufacturing processes and systems.\nLead efforts to improve manufacturing efficiency through workflow analysis, capacity planning, equipment utilization, and facility layout optimization.\nEnsure standardized and documented manufacturing processes are maintained and continuously improved.\nSupport new product introductions and manufacturing process validation activities.\nDrive implementation of best practices in lean manufacturing, waste reduction, and operational excellence.\nTooling, Fixtures, and Equipment\nDirect the design and development of tooling, fixtures, gauges, dies, work holdings, and manufacturing equipment.\nOversee projects involving:Molding tools\nStraightening fixtures and dies\nCustom inspection gauges\nCNC and assembly work holding systems\nTool selection and optimization\nAutomation systems and manufacturing equipment\nDimensional inspection systems\n\nReview and approve engineering designs, drawings, and specifications.\nCoordinate with vendors and suppliers for tooling, equipment, and engineering services.\nQuality and Inspection Systems\nOversee development and implementation of inspection methodologies and quality assurance processes.\nSupport statistical analysis, process capability studies, and root cause investigations.\nEnsure effective use of:Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM)\nVision inspection systems\nCustom gauges and inspection fixtures\n\nCollaborate with Quality teams to improve process capability and product quality.\nContinuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing\nLead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and cost reduction.\nApply Lean Manufacturing principles and methodologies to eliminate waste and improve operational performance.\nFacilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping activities, and process improvement projects.\nEstablish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for manufacturing engineering activities.\nDrive standardization and best-practice implementation across manufacturing operations.\nProject Management\nServe as engineering lead and project manager for manufacturing-related capital and process improvement projects.\nDevelop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and resource requirements.\nCoordinate cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.\nEvaluate emerging manufacturing technologies and equipment opportunities.\nTrack project performance and communicate status updates to plant leadership.\nSafety and Regulatory Compliance\nSupport and promote a safe working environment through active participation in safety initiatives.\nEnsure engineering activities comply with OSHA requirements and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.\nPartner with EHS personnel to identify and mitigate workplace hazards.\nParticipate in safety training and ensure team compliance with required programs.\nSupport environmental compliance efforts and sustainability initiatives.\nTechnical Leadership\nMaintain expertise in manufacturing technologies and industry best practices.\nEvaluate and implement new manufacturing methods, equipment, software, and automation technologies.\nProvide technical guidance and support to production, maintenance, quality, and leadership teams.\nDevelop and maintain engineering standards, procedures, and documentation.\nAdditional Responsibilities\nMaintain professional and technical knowledge through continuing education, professional organizations, workshops, and industry networking.\nSupport plant operational goals and strategic initiatives.\nPerform other duties as assigned by plant management.\nRequired Qualifications\nEducation\nBachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related engineering discipline.\nExperience\nMinimum of 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.\nDemonstrated leadership capability and the potential to successfully lead engineering personnel and manage engineering projects.\nDemonstrated experience implementing process improvements and leading cross-functional initiatives.\nTechnical Knowledge and Skills\nStrong knowledge of manufacturing processes and production systems.\nExperience with CNC machining, tooling design, fixture design, and manufacturing process development.\nProficiency with CAD and CAM software, preferably SolidWorks and Mastercam.\nAbility to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.\nKnowledge of:Lean Manufacturing principles\nStatistical process control and process capability analysis\nRoot cause analysis methodologies\nAutomation systems\nCMM and inspection technologies\nProject management practices\n\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nPreferred Qualifications\nDegree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Business.\nProfessional Engineer (PE) license.\nLean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement certification.\nExperience with:Powder metallurgy\nSintering processes\nHeat treatment\nInjection molding\nAutomation and robotics\nAdvanced manufacturing technologies\n\nAdditional Requirements\nMust successfully pass a drug screening and background check.\nMust be eligible to handle firearms per the Federal Firearms Act.\nAbility to work effectively in a manufacturing environment.\nAbility to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.\nStrong leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills.\nBenefits:\nCompetitive compensation package including competitive salary, profit sharing and bonus\nHeath benefits including medical, dental, and vision\nLife and Retirement benefits including 401k match, company 401k contribution, basic and supplemental life options, as well as short- and long-term disability plans\nPaid Time Off (PTO)\nRelocation Assistance is available for the right candidate\nCasual work environment\nAbout the company:\nSturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. is one of the nation's leading manufacturers of rugged, reliable firearms for the commercial sporting market, all made in America. For over 75 years, Ruger has been a model of corporate and community responsibility. Our motto, \"Arms Makers for Responsible Citizens®,\" echoes our commitment to these principles as we work hard to deliver quality and innovative firearms. 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