Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Industrial Manufacturing

Manufacturing Engineering Manager at IEM focusing on operational excellence, compliance, and manufacturing standards development. Responsible for leading cross-functional initiatives and process validations.

Posted 6/3/2026full-timeRemote • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $146,000 - $181,000 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

Lean ManufacturingSix SigmaNew Product Introduction (NPI)Pilot BuildsFacility Layout DesignProduction Line DesignValidationComplianceQuality SystemsContinuous Improvement

Soft Skills

LeadershipProblem-solvingAnalytical AbilitiesCommunicationStakeholder ManagementProject ManagementCross-functional Leadership

Industry Keywords

ISOFDAGMPRegulatory StandardsOperational ReadinessBest PracticesStandardized ProcessesWork InstructionsDesign GuidelinesSafety Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development and implementation of best practices, first-of-kind builds, pilot production processes, and facility standards
Ensure operational readiness, compliance with regulatory and quality requirements, and validation of new products, processes, and facility layouts
Develop, document, and deploy manufacturing best practices across facilities
Establish and maintain standardized processes, work instructions, and design guidelines
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and industry benchmarks
Design and optimize facility layouts for efficiency, safety, and scalability
Ensure adherence to applicable regulatory, safety, and quality standards (e.g., ISO, OSHA, GMP as applicable)

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field
7–10+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, or industrial engineering
5+ years of experience in a management or leadership role with direct reports
Experience with new product introduction (NPI), pilot builds, or FOK builds
Strong background in validation, compliance, and quality systems
Experience with facility layout and production line design.
Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
Familiarity with regulatory standards (ISO, FDA, GMP, etc., as applicable)
Project management and cross-functional leadership skills
Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success.