Engineering Group Lead

The Crox Group, a leading manufacturing company in the United States, is seeking a dynamic Engineering Group Lead to join our team. Our company prides itself on innovation, quality, and efficiency in the production of automotive components. We foster a collaborative work culture where employees are encouraged to continuously improve processes and drive towards excellence.

As the Engineering Group Lead, you will play a crucial role in implementing continuous improvement initiatives for existing capacity while also overseeing the implementation of new capacity projects. You will lead a team of Engineers to achieve operational goals and ensure the highest level of quality, up-time, and waste elimination. Your responsibilities will include creating project schedules, maintaining budgets, participating in simultaneous engineering activities with suppliers, and driving kaizen projects to reduce waste.

The ideal candidate for this role should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, along with at least 3 years of experience in Machining Processes and supervisory experience. Strong project management skills, excellent communication abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft suite are essential for success in this position. Additionally, candidates must be willing to travel up to 40% within Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana for equipment supplier visits and be open to working any shift with overtime as needed.

If you are passionate about driving operational excellence, leading cross-functional teams towards success, and making a significant impact within a fast-paced manufacturing environment - we invite you to apply for the Engineering Group Lead position at The Crox Group. This role is perfect for experienced engineers looking to take on leadership responsibilities and contribute to the continuous growth and improvement of our operations. Join us in shaping the future of automotive manufacturing with your expertise and dedication. Apply now!

• 3+ years' experience in Machining Processes
• 3+ years of supervisory experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Bachelor's degree required in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Must have excellent communication skills and a strong knowledge of business metrics
• Demonstrated leadership competencies

• Leading Engineers in attainment of continuous improvement goals of operations and implementation of new model capacity improvements
• Participate in simultaneous engineering activities and suppliers on new model programs
• Drive kaizen/projects with Engineering Team in areas of waste defined through prioritization
• Offer hands-on trouble-shooting support to the assigned Technical Engineers and Maintenance Support Team

• Project management skills
• Budgetary cost estimates for new studies
• Presentation skills during plant/project reviews
• Coaching engineers in problem-solving methodologies
• Communication skills

Seniority Level: Middle Management

• Senior Level
• Executive Level

Job Functions: Engineering

• Operations
• Project Management

Industries : Manufacturing

• Automotive
• Engineering