Requisition ID: 37983
Job Location(s):
Utica, NY, US
Job Description
Process Engineering Manager is responsible for leading a team of manufacturing engineers and technicians working on improving process engineering capabilities to support a specific area of a manufacturing organization. The processes primarily include Die-bonding, Wire-bonding, System Soldering, Molding, Trim and Form and Final Test but other supporting manufacturing processes can also be in scope of this role.
Job Responsibilities
Provide leadership and direction to Manufacturing engineers.
Contribute to defining operational strategy and develop the team in support of business strategy
Lead the successful transfer of new products from Engineering to Manufacturing Operations, ensuring seamless integration of processes and systems. Optimize Time to Market for successful new product launches meeting customer targeted timelines.
Serve as a process leader for Die-bonding, Wire-bonding, System Soldering and Molding processes or other manufacturing processes and ensuring optimal performance for quality and output
Collaborate closely with Product Development Engineering, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, and other departments to ensure alignment and effective communication.
Act as the liaison between product development and manufacturing engineering, ensuring effective communication and collaboration to optimize designs for manufacturability.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes, ensuring efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness by effective use of Danfoss Business Systems (DBS) problem solving tools
Drive for excellence in existing manufacturing technologies and methods, striving to optimize processes for efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
Strategy for the continuous improvement of quality (yield), OEE, cost and process optimization measures from C sample production
Strive to implement new manufacturing technologies to provide improved process and tolerance control, enhancing overall manufacturing capabilities
Identify and mitigate risks in manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices.
Maintain and adhere to all appropriate specifications, regulatory agency requirements, ISO standards, and customer requirements, ensuring compliance across all manufacturing processes
Manage resources effectively to meet production schedules and project deadlines, including personnel, equipment, and budget allocation
Background & Skills
Minimum requirement: 4 year degree and 5+ years of relevant industrial experience.
2+ years of Supervisory experience and proven project management skills is a plus.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to direct a function or multiple sub-functions through managers.
Strong problem-solving skills and knowledge of problem-solving methodologies is highly desired.
Commitment to driving continuous improvement initiatives and implementing best practices to enhance operational efficiency.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to work on issues of diverse scope and provide input on key issues impacting the function.
Experience in interacting with senior management, with the ability to change thinking and gain acceptance from others.
Ability to establish and assure adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interface between engineering and manufacturing/production teams.
Ability to influence and gain acceptance from others, both internally and externally.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively manage change.
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems and develop innovative solutions.
Experience with SAP is desired
Willingness to travel as needed to support business objectives.
Employee Benefits
We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:
Bonus system
Paid vacation
Personal insurance
Communication package
Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
Employee Referral Program
This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
Compensation Data
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $110,000-$140,000/year. Base salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
Semikron Danfoss
Semikron Danfoss unites two companies that complement each other through shared values such as enthusiasm for technology that enable a sustainable future. We believe in a modern and dynamic leadership culture to unleash the full potential of our teams.
Innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives. We strive to create an inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are.
The success of our employees is our success. That is why we offer a wide range of development opportunities and assign great importance to the health and well-being of our employees. The foundation of our joint work is our family-like corporate culture, which is characterized by trust, commitment and genuine teamwork.
Semikron Danfoss is a global technology leader in power electronics. Our product offerings include semiconductor devices, power modules, stacks and systems.
In a world that is going electric, Semikron Danfoss technologies are more relevant than ever. With our innovative solutions for automotive, industrial and renewable applications we help the world utilize energy more efficiently and sustainable and thus to significantly reduce overall CO2 emissions - facing one of the biggest challenges today.
We take care of our employees and create value for our customers by investing significantly in innovation, technology, capacity and service to deliver best-in-industry performance and for a sustainable future.
Semikron Danfoss is a family-owned business, merged by SEMIKRON and Danfoss Silicon Power in 2022. We employ more than 3,500 people in 28 locations across the world. Our global footprint with production sites in Germany, Brazil, China, France, India, Italy, Slovakia and the United States ensures an unmatched service for our customers and partners. We offer more than 90 years of combined expertise in power module packaging, innovation and customer applications - making us the ultimate partner in power electronics.
Semikron Danfoss is a global technology leader in power electronics. Our product offerings include semiconductor devices, power modules, stacks and systems.
In a world that is going electric, Semikron Danfoss technologies are more relevant than ever. With our innovative solutions for automotive, industrial and renewable applications we help the world utilize energy more efficiently and sustainable and thus to significantly reduce overall CO2 emissions - facing one of the biggest challenges today.
We take care of our employees and create value for our customers by investing significantly in innovation, technology, capacity and service to deliver best-in-industry performance and to make our world a greener place.
Semikron is a family-owned business, merged by SEMIKRON and Danfoss Silicon Power in 2022. We employ more than 3,500 people in more than 28 locations across the world. Our global footprint with production sites in Germany, Brazil, China, France, India, Italy, Slovakia and the United States ensures an unmatched service for our customers and partners. We offer more than 90 years of combined expertise in power module packaging, innovation and customer application - making us the ultimate partner in Power Electronics.
