Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Wisconsin Converting, Inc•Green Bay, WI
•$100,000 - $140,000•Onsite
About The Position
Wisconsin Converting is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead its Maintenance and Machine Set Up teams, strengthen employee development and accountability, and improve equipment reliability and manufacturing efficiency. This hands-on leadership position applies engineering and technical expertise to reduce downtime, identify equipment issue root causes, optimize maintenance activities, and establish sustainable maintenance practices. The role independently manages departmental operations, solves problems, and collaborates with production leadership to deliver measurable, lasting improvements.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience in manufacturing, engineering, industrial maintenance, or related operations.
- Experience improving manufacturing processes, equipment reliability, production efficiency, or maintenance operations.
- Strong working knowledge of industrial machinery, equipment troubleshooting, and manufacturing processes.
- Strong leadership, communication, and employee development skills.
- Solid understanding of industrial machinery, mechanical systems, and maintenance practices.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Root Cause Analysis, SMED, and continuous improvement methods.
- Ability to use ERP systems, performance metrics, and technology to drive improvements.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering or a related technical field; equivalent education and relevant experience may be considered.
- Experience leading technical teams or manufacturing improvement projects.
- Experience with paper converting, printing, packaging, or similar manufacturing equipment.
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop Maintenance and Machine Set Up teams, establishing clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards.
- Improve equipment reliability, machine performance, manufacturing processes, and production efficiency.
- Oversee maintenance activities, machine setups, troubleshooting, and technical projects to minimize downtime.
- Analyze equipment performance, downtime, maintenance metrics, and changeover efficiency to identify improvement opportunities.
- Use Epicor ERP, AI, automation, and other technologies to improve maintenance planning, reporting, and operational efficiency.
- Develop preventive maintenance programs, standardized procedures, and technical training to improve equipment reliability and employee performance.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives, equipment upgrades, and root cause investigations.
- Collaborate with production leadership to improve safety, quality, productivity, and overall operational performance.
Benefits
- Paid time off available upon hire.
- 8 paid holidays.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Company-paid short-term disability coverage.
- 401(k) with a 50% company match on contributions up to 6%.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
