Product Engineering Manager

Reference: 17583616_1793882367

* Salary: $150 000 - $160 000
* Location: Port Clinton, Ohio, USA.

The employer is a dynamic and rapidly growing company specialising in the conveyor systems, material handling, automation, and manufacturing engineering industry. They have an exciting opportunity for a Product Engineering Manager to join their team. This position is well-suited to an innovative, collaborative and commercially minded engineering leader who is looking to take ownership of manufacturing engineering processes, develop a high-performing team, and drive continuous improvement across a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:
* Lead, supervise and develop project engineers within the Product Engineering team.
* Assign workloads, establish priorities, monitor performance and conduct performance reviews.
* Review and approve engineering deliverables, including BOMs, routings and manufacturing documentation.
* Identify and implement opportunities to improve manufacturing throughput, quality, safety and process flow.
* Ensure shop-floor routings, nesting, programming and other manufacturing inputs are accurate and delivered on time.

Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science or a related technical discipline.
* 5+ years' experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering or a related field.
* Strong background in manufacturing engineering and process optimisation.
* Demonstrated experience leading continuous improvement or NPI initiatives.
* Advanced proficiency with 3D CAD software.
* Experience using ERP/MRP systems for BOM and routing management.
* Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools and Six Sigma principles.
* Strong analytical and data-analysis skills, including advanced Excel capabilities.
* Excellent leadership, communication and project management skills.
* Ability to influence stakeholders and drive change across multiple departments.
* Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
* Experience within material handling, conveyor systems or automation environments would be advantageous.

Reasons why you should apply:
* Leadership opportunity: Take ownership of a critical engineering function and lead a team of skilled engineers.
* Make a tangible impact: Directly influence manufacturing efficiency, quality, safety and operational performance.
* Innovative environment: Work on advanced conveyor, automation and material-handling solutions serving major retail, e-commerce and distribution markets.

How to Apply:
For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Tara - [email protected]

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$150,000.00 - $160,000.00
Per annum
USD150000.00 - USD160000.00 per annum
Added 05/11/2026
Reference: 17583616_1793882367

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