Lean Manufacturing Manager jobs in Kearney, NE

Do you have engineering management experience in a manufacturing environment?  Are you interested in joining a company that puts people ahead of everything else?   All in an environment that is fast paced, rewarding and truly values its team members!  

Timpte is growing and looking for an Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Manager at our Lincoln, NE Thunderstone Manufacturing Facility (on-site). This role will support our new Lincoln Manufacturing Center scheduled to open in early 2025! The Manufacturing Engineering Manager is responsible for managing the Manufacturing Engineering Department to support production operations, including process design, optimization, and improvement, equipment selection, and development of manufacturing processes and tools. This position reports to the Director of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering. 

PAY for this position is $110-125k/year base $10k annual bonus Monthly Bonus ($5,000 per year)!  Total compensation potential of up to $140,000/year!! Timpte also has GREAT BENEFITS- Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, 401K Match, and SO MUCH MORE!!  Timpte offers FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULES, WITH NO WEEKENDS!

Main Job Responsibilities:

•    Lead, Manage, and develop the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering team to achieve production targets in safety, quality, cost, and throughput.

•    Implement new products and current product changes on the shop floor. 

•    Identify, develop, and implement process improvements and cost-reduction initiatives to improve product quality and increase efficiency and productivity. 

Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Qualifications:

•    Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 5 years in manufacturing engineering.

•    Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs; MRP/ERP business software and Solid Works CAD software.

•    Experience in industrial equipment manufacturing is preferred. 

•    Previous management experience is required.

•    Ability to coach and develop a team of engineers.

•    Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

•    Must have a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record for travel.