Manager Sr, Engineering

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IPS - Rubbercraft is seeking a highly technical and experienced Sr. Manager of Manufacturing Engineering to lead our Sustaining Manufacturing Engineers across all production value streams.

This role is pivotal in ensuring the efficiency, quality, and innovation of our rubber molding, extrusion and composites manufacturing processes are in place.

The Sr. Manager of Manufacturing Engineering will oversee a team of engineers and collaborate closely with Operations, Design Engineering, Program Management, Configuration Management, and New Product Introduction (NPI) to drive initiatives to improve performance to our customers, support day-to-day operations and contribute to increasing EBITDA.

About IPS : Integrated Polymer Solutions (IPS) is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced materials and engineered components, focused exclusively on high-value end markets such as aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductors, robotics, energy, and industrial applications.

The group consists of 9 highly respected brands : AkroFire, ABBA Roller, Icon Aerospace Technology, IRP Medical, MAST Technologies, Northern Engineering Sheffield (NES), RMB Products, Rubbercraft, and Swift Textile Metalizing (STM).

Our product range includes elastomeric seals, gaskets, tooling, hoses, ablatives, survivability tiles, coatings and tapes, EMI and thermal shielding, electrically conductive metalized fabrics, encapsulated O-rings, as well as polyamide foams and high-temperature thermoplastics for aircraft interiors.

Reporting Structure

• Direct Line VP / Engineering and Program Management
• Dotted Line VP / Operations

Working Conditions

• This is an onsite position at Rubbercraft, Long Beach, California. Daily presence is required at the work site. Travel up to 20% of the time to customer locations or Industry events may be required.
• Standard office environment. Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail. Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment.
• To support manufacturing, use of safety equipment may be required to : eye safety glasses, protective gowns, masks, hearing protectors, heel / wrist straps and any other required PPE as required.
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes.
• Depending on the task, candidate is expected to be lifting / pushing equipment weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Extensive use of computer in office or cubicle setting.

Main Duties and Responsibilities :

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers.
• Oversee engineers’ day-to-day support to operations, including red-lines, MRB / NCMR activities, specification review, fixture design, tool review using structured problem-solving skills.
• Develop a roadmap and lead strategic cost-saving projects aimed at improving process, manufacturing yield, and reducing touch / direct labor time to improve gross margin.
• Interpret and utilize data from engineering analysis to provide technically sound recommendations and decisions.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for sustainment engineering and continuous improvement engineering.
• Ensure timely and effective resolution of manufacturing issues to maintain production flow.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and maintain product quality.
• Develop and implement initiatives to reduce scrap, enhance processes, and improve molding tools.
• Analyze manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and cost reductions.
• Ensure that processes and tools are industrialization-ready for seamless integration into the production floor.
• Collaborate with design and development teams to ensure the manufacturability of new products.
• Provide guidance for tool design and process design.
• Participate in bid / no-bid meetings.
• Partner with Product Development and Program Management to align engineering activities with project timelines and objectives.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.
• Support cross-functional initiatives to drive overall business success.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.
• Provide guidance and support for professional development and performance improvement.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or an equivalent of 10+ years of experience in the Aerospace Rubber Molding Industry.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in aerospace rubber molding improving vulcanization and de-flashing / trimming processes.
• Strong knowledge of rubber molding manufacturing processes, cost-saving strategies VAVE (Value Analysis and Value Engineering), and best in class process design for new product introduction.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Strong leadership skills to mentor, provide feedback and assess performance across the team.
• Proven ability to make timely and sound decisions; able to make decisions under conditions of uncertainty.
• Proven negotiation, facilitation, and consensus building skills.
• Proven ability to analyze data in excel and review, modify PowerPoint presentations for executive leadership and customers.

Preferred Qualifications :

Advanced design degree.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes :

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid vacation for newly hired employees.
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.

Benefits :

At Integrated Polymer Solutions, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities.

We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

IPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans / Disabled - Affirmative Action Employer.

This position requires using information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.

S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

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