RIX Industries is a technology-focused company specializing in the design, development and manufacturing of gas generation systems, precision compressor solutions, and cryogenic cooling technologies for critical applications in Marine, Aerospace, Land, Energy, Industrial, Medical, and Critical Infrastructure markets. Founded in 1878, the company is headquartered in Benicia, CA, and operates additional facilities in Sparks, NV and Rockville, CA.

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager (MEM) is primarily responsible for leading the Manufacturing Engineering function at RIX Industries. The role will lead the development of all Manufacturing Engineering functional processes, tools, and resources. This position is primarily accountable for facilitating maximum efficiency in all manufacturing processes while fostering a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• The MEM is responsible for driving increased production efficiency and a continuous improvement culture. In particular, an emphasis on process first pass yield and rework prevention is paramount.

• Leads the development and continuous refinement of Manufacturing Engineering functional processes and tool sets.

• Supervises direct reporting Manufacturing Engineers by organizing functional priorities, assigning project responsibilities, enabling progress, and promoting their professional development.

• Contributes to the Operations Department long and short-term planning, particularly as it pertains to optimizing manufacturing efficiency, capabilities and capacities.

• Identifies capital equipment investment opportunities and develops investment plans to support their implementation (ROI).

• Establishes and monitors key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure manufacturing process efficiency, including cycle time, productivity, FPY, and scrap rates.

• Prepares and manages the Manufacturing Engineering department budget, including cost tracking and forecasting.

• Leads the ME Department's involvement in the New Product Introduction (NPI) process, ensuring that all facets of Production Readiness are well developed, on time, and are proven to satisfy the production program requirements. This leadership includes both continuing improvement of the generic NPI process, as well as facilitating project level involvement.

• Promotes an effective Interface with design engineering on new and existing products, influencing designs toward a more producible, more easily assembled configuration.

• Oversees the development, documentation and optimization of manufacturing and assembly processes including work instructions, work cell designs, tools, and fixtures.

• Assist in evaluation of equipment to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

• Audit or monitor work in-progress to ensure conformance to set labor standards and to identify opportunities for improvement.

• Trouble shoot process and equipment issues and implement appropriate remedies.

• Coordinates with the quality team to ensure timely and accurate completion of activities related to MRRs, CARS, and other quality processes, including providing technical support and direction for rework activities.

• Coordinates and ensures completion of all activities related to implementation of Engineering Changes; ensures that BOMs and routings are up-to-date and are optimized to the design intent.

• Implements Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste, improve flow, and enhance production quality, serving as one of the company's champions for Lean initiatives and driving organization-wide adoption.

• Fosters a positive and inclusive team culture, focusing on employee engagement, retention, and skill development.

• Ensures manufacturing processes align with customer requirements for quality, delivery, and cost.

• Provide training to production associates as necessary.

• Establish preventive maintenance schedules for equipment and tooling assigned to specified production.

• Facilitate and ensure effective communication between the various RIX functions and the Manufacturing Engineering staff.

• Perform all other duties in the best interest of the company or as directed by the Director of Manufacturing Operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in industrial, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university, and a minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing or industrial engineering role.

• Green Belt or higher qualification in Lean Six Sigma or a similar process improvement methodology.

• Working knowledge of machine design and GD&T dimensioning.

• Working knowledge of detail part manufacturing, assembly processes and production workflow planning.

• Advanced understanding of Bill of Material (BOM) structuring and routings.

• Outstanding critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills, including a high-level of ingenuity and creativity.

• Basic computer skills with the ability to adapt to a variety of software applications (including Autodesk-Inventor, Visio, Excel, and Project).

• Familiarity with and ability to perform basic cost accounting calculations such as ROI, NPV, and Cost of Goods.

• Ability to communicate with others to exchange information both orally and in writing.

• Solid understanding of algebra and geometry, ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, polynomial equations, and differential calculus.

• Understanding of mechanisms and how the parts interrelate in an assembly.

• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen or qualified U.S. Person in accordance with ALU 22CFR 120.15. May require the ability to obtain DOD security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience implementing Lean manufacturing practices.

• Specific experience in the manufacture of complex machinery, and particularly promoting Design for Manufacture/Design for Assembly principles.

• Familiarity with basic business finance principles.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This position is regularly exposed to the following conditions:

• Manufacturing, warehouse, and office environments

• While working near moving equipment, mechanical parts and lift trucks; must have the ability to follow safe operating procedures.

• May be exposed to loud noise, fumes and/or toxic chemicals.

Must have the following physical abilities:

• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, reach, and lift.

• Ability to lift to 50 pounds regularly.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods at a desk or table as well as machine tools or printers.

PI9a3b49cece31-25826-36583639