Flowco Production Solutions is artificial lift. It’s all we do. All day. Everyday. Founded and operated by the pioneers of the oil and gas artificial lift industry, Flowco is redefining well “optimization” with the very latest in USA manufactured gas lift and plunger lift technologies and delivering unrivaled customer support wherever and whenever you need it.

Job Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineering (M.E.) Manager will lead a team of manufacturing engineers to plan, direct, optimize, improve and oversee the development and implementation of manufacturing processes to ensure cost efficiency, product functionality and continuous improvement. Additionally, reducing waste and maintaining high quality parts & assemblies. The M.E. manager will be working closely with production, quality and maintenance. The M.E. manager will ensure safety in their organization and be safety minded with manufacturing processes.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

• Manages M.E. staff
• Directs, assigned tasks and provides assistance as needed
• Accomplish performance evaluations
• Responsible for M.E. hiring, disciplinary actions and terminations

Basic Responsibilities

• Safety, training management of M.E personnel. Direct CNC programming, M.E., manufacturing processes, problem solving, and prioritization of work
• Ensure safety of all employees working under responsible departments
• Lead and motivate M.E. personnel to accomplish schedules, continuous improvement, increase machine uptime, reduce costs, and ensure manufacturing processes produce high quality products
• Train, coach, mentor and oversee employees to achieve optimal performance, considering every employee
• Design, prepare, implement and record manufacturing methods and results to ensure high quality and efficiency
• Comply with Quality Manual to assure shipping of high-quality products
• Maintain viable schedules of your departments and expedite as needed
• Maintain and present training to M.E. personnel on applicable procedures, processes and equipment
• Write and accomplish employee performance reviews, along with wage increases as deserved
• Promote atmosphere allowing employees to use the best of their skills
• Employ, interview, monitor and conduct disciplinary methods for all M.E. personnel
• Collaborate with production, production control and other plant operations
• Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing and Engineering Support
• Process improvement: Analyze current manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, improve quality and safety. Along with reducing waste and improving productivity
• Production support: Furnish technical expertise and support to the production team, helping to resolve manufacturing problems and improve performance. Develop and optimize workflows and equipment to ensure maximum output
• New Products: Collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure smooth transition of new products from design to production. Evaluate manufacturing feasibility, working with suppliers to ensure tooling and equipment readiness
• Equipment and tooling: Design, modify, or improve tools, equipment and fixtures to maximize production capabilities. Evaluate machinery and equipment, implementing or recommending upgrades as needed. Including any software or hardware that can aid M.E. and production
• Quality: Work closely with Q.A. team to help identify root causes of defects and aid in implementing corrective actions. Ensure processes meet ISO and other policies and procedures
• Cost reduction: Identify cost-savings and process improvements, through process optimization, waste reduction and efficient resource utilization
• Health and safety: Ensure all manufacturing processes comply with safety regulations and promote a safe working environment
• Documentation: Create and maintain process documentation and process improvements; including standard operating procedures, process flow diagrams and manufacturing specifications. Provide metrics and trend data when needed

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills
• Thorough understanding of the business, M.E. and production
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with an ERP system, programming system and tooling

Education and Experience:

• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• At least 5 years of related experience with applicable bachelor’s degree or at least ten years of related experience required without degree
• At least 2 years of leading/supervising a team

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Lots of walking
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times

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