• Technical authority for the company both internally and externally as it relates to precision manufactured machined components utilizing CNC machining and grinding equipment

• Manage and supervise department engineering technical staff, focusing on developing value added operational excellence and eliminating manufacturing losses

• Accountable for the “on time” new part quotation process and meeting production launch deadlines

• Design initial part processing, launching first part production to schedule; validate planned manufacturing process performance with time and motion studies to quote standards

• Plan operatorial foot print, part flow and equipment layout for maximum operational effectivity

• Lead new capital projects including specifying, justifying, purchasing, installing, and training

• Manage automation integration (robotics) including oversight and direction for installations, maintenance, programming and troubleshooting operational failures

• Support overall equipment uptime by coordinating external repair services in conjunction with maintenance department

• Maintain system of documented engineering change requests for manufacturing processes and customer products

• Accountable for overall performance and cost of perishable/ durable tooling

• Ten years’ experience in an engineering leadership role

• Minimum BS in related engineering field

• Knowledge of steel properties & heat treat processing

• Prior experience in new product launch and project timeline management

• Proven and documented record of process improvements in scrap reduction and net yield increase

• Strong working knowledge of machining/grinding tooling selection and quality inspection methodology

• Competent in administrative functions supporting engineering services to manage time phased projects

• Strong analytical, numerical, and critical analysis for problem solving and corrective action

• Well-developed management skills including:

  • Critical thinking to develop effective solutions

  • Showing proficiency in area of expertise; willing to share knowledge with team members

  • Set objectives and meet documented goals in a timely manner

Accountable for the hiring, managing and retention of subordinate department team members.

• Annual personal goals and objectives performance assessments

• Merit increases based on goal and objectives achievement.

R & B Grinding provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, R & B Grinding complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

R & B Grinding expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

• Full-time

• $90,000 - $110,000 per year

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Health savings account

• Paid time off

• Retirement plan

• Vision insurance

• Monday to Friday

Racine, WI 53403: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

• Precision CNC machining: 5 years (Required)

• One Location