Sr.manufacturing engineerxylem is a fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day.the sr.manufacturing engineer will utilize your extensive experience to lead complex manufacturing projects and drive innovation in production processes.your role will involve advanced process planning, design for manufacturability, and the integration of new technologies into the production line.you will be responsible for improving efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring product quality.responsibilitiesproject management: oversee and manage the development and execution of manufacturing projects; create project timelines and ensure adherence to deadlines; collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals; monitor project progress and provide regular updates to senior management.process improvement: identify areas for process improvement and develop strategies for optimization; implement new processesand procedures to increase efficiency and reduce costs; conduct process audits and make recommendations for improvement; train and mentor team members on new processes and procedures.production planning: develop and maintain production schedules; monitor production levels and adjust as needed to meet demand; analyze production dataand make recommendations for improvements; work with supply chain teams to ensure timely delivery of materials.quality control: develop quality control standards and procedures; monitor and analyze product quality and make recommendations for improvements; conduct root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions; ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards.budget management: help develop and manage manufacturing budgets; track and report on expenses and variances; identify cost-saving opportunities and implement strategies; work with finance teamsto ensure budget adherence.team leadership: provide leadership and guidance to the manufacturing team; set goals and expectations for team members; conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback; identify and address any training or development needs for team members.supplier management: identify and qualify new suppliers; negotiate contracts andagreements with suppliers; monitor supplier performance and address any issues; work with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials.continuous improvement: foster a culture of continuous improvement within the manufacturing team; identify areas for improvement and implement strategies for change; encourage feedback and suggestions from team members; regularly review and adjust processes to increase efficiency and productivity.qualificationsactive bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, or a related field with at least four years' experience or equivalent work experience.experience in a manufacturing environment with a track record of increasing responsibility.knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and technology.leadership skills to manage and motivate a team of manufacturing professionals.strong communication abilities to effectively convey information to team members and upper management.problem-solving skills to address and resolve manufacturing issues promptly.organizational skills to manage multiple projects and priorities efficiently.proficiency in cad software and familiarity with industry-standard manufacturing software.understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.sr.operations program manager, global manufacturing and operations engineeringthe sr.operations program manager will work within the global manufacturing and operations engineering group for manufacturing operations in the north america region.the sr.opm will engage and work cross-functionally across engineering, product management, and operations functions.the sr.opm will balance a mix of strategic, programmatic, and operational responsibilities to optimize new product cost, quality, and time to market.key job responsibilitiesdrive product development across internal teams and external development/manufacturing partners as the single-threaded owner for operations.develop manufacturing and supply chain strategies to meet product requirements.support product concept development as operations lead.execute development builds by overseeing technical issue resolution and production schedule on site at the manufacturing location.provide regular written and verbal communication to leadership.coordinate information flow across teams in support of manufacturing/operations.drive alignment of processes and initiatives throughout the device operations organization.define and guide decisions on the type of variable engagement module (vem) appropriate for the specific product, customer need, and launch schedule.incorporate industry best practices into the product operations group.basic qualificationsbachelor's degree in engineering, science, or applicable work experience.five or more years of experience in engineering/technology, supply chain, product or program management, product marketing, or business development.experience with end-to-end product delivery and new product introduction.experience with product feature delivery and trade-offs.experience overseeing roadmap strategy and definition.experience with data analysis tools.preferred qualificationsmaster's degree or greater.seven or more years of experience in consumer electronics device operations throughout the product life cycle from concept to end-of-life.experience working in multiple geographic locations.published articles, authored or co-authored journal or similar documentation.excellent executive communication skills.experience with hardware/software integration.job details: mex, chh, chihuahua – devices operations & supply chain – project/program/product management (non-tech).#j-*-ljbffr