Manager, Production Engineering [Santa Ana]

IterisSanta Ana, CA
$140,300 - $156,200Onsite

About The Position

Iteris is seeking an experienced Manager, Production Engineering to lead its newly formed Production Engineering Group. This role involves leading production engineering, manufacturing engineering, and quality engineering efforts. The position requires close collaboration with manufacturing, materials, and development teams. The company is a leader in smart mobility infrastructure, utilizing advanced sensors, connected vehicle technology, and AI-powered analytics to enhance roadway safety and efficiency.

Requirements

  • Technical bachelor’s degree, EE or ME preferred
  • Over five (5) years of experience in production engineering with a proven track record of reducing defects, resolving issues and improving production flow
  • Over three (3) years in a supervisory, management, or leadership role
  • Over five (5) years in lean tools (Lean Manufacturing, Kanban, Six-Sigma)
  • Over five (5) years in ISO-9001 or similar quality system
  • Strong understanding of electro-mechanical devices
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with cross-functional teams and be internal customer-facing
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making

Nice To Haves

  • Experience using Oracle or Oracle Fusion preferred

Responsibilities

  • Document process flows for all products
  • Optimize process flows for all products
  • Implement or enhance data collection systems
  • Lead efforts to improve product quality
  • Lead efforts for continued ISO-9001 certification
  • Interface with design engineering for New Product Introductions
  • Interface with operations for NPI or other product line improvements
  • Interface with vendors on various part or quality related issues
  • Evaluate production and test issues to define root cause and implement corrective and preventive actions

Benefits

  • Incentive-based yearly bonus
  • 401(k) with immediate matching and no vesting period
  • Open Paid-Time-Off [PTO]
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Medical reimbursement plans
  • Disability coverage
  • Education assistance program
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