Manager, ME

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Team Management:
•    Leads and develops a team of manufacturing engineers and technicians
•    Provides mentorship, succession planning, and supports employee development
•    Acts in accordance with the YFAI Leadership Model expectations
Planning and Resource Management:
•    Prepares resource and budget plans, cost analyses of products and processes
•    Ensures timely execution of manufacturing engineering activities according to plan
Product and Process Development:
•    Leads development of complex products and manufacturing systems based on OEM and internal customer requirements
•    Contributes to product and technology innovation to enable efficient and high-quality manufacturing
•    Cooperates with SD and development teams during product launch activities
Continuous Improvement and Standardization:
•    Implements and monitors best manufacturing practices, YFAI standards, and systems (BOS, PRP, Lean, CPP, CMP, EPIC, BEP…)
•    Drives continuous improvement initiatives (KAIZEN, DO IT) to achieve maximum efficiency and quality (MEQ)
Technology and Equipment Management:
•    Plans and develops methods for process and workstation optimization
•    Participates in development, installation, and implementation of new technologies, devices, and systems
•    Oversees production equipment commissioning and provides technical support to manufacturing plants
Safety and Compliance:
•    Develops and enforces preventive safety programs in line with company policies and legal requirements
•    Ensures complete technical documentation and compliance with internal procedures and quality standards

Qualifications:

•    University degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field)
•    Several years of experience in manufacturing engineering and team leadership
•    Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and project management
•    Proficiency in relevant systems and tools (BOS, PRP, Lean methods, etc.)
•    Excellent leadership, analytical, and organizational skills
•    Fluent English language skills

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.