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At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

Job Summary

The Sr Manufacturing Engineering Manager (Electronics) will lead and manage a team of manufacturing engineers to optimize production processes for electronic products, ensuring high quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness across Jabil's operations. This role is critical in driving continuous improvement and innovation within the manufacturing engineering function.

Job Responsibilities

* Direct and oversee a team of manufacturing engineers, providing leadership, mentorship, and performance management to achieve departmental goals.
* Develop, implement, and maintain robust manufacturing processes for a wide range of electronic products, from prototyping to mass production.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and other advanced manufacturing techniques to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
* Collaborate closely with R&D, Design, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to ensure seamless product introduction (NPI) and resolve manufacturing challenges.
* Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources for engineering projects, ensuring timely and successful completion.
* Identify, evaluate, and implement new manufacturing technologies, equipment, and automation solutions to increase efficiency and capabilities.
* Develop and maintain documentation for manufacturing processes, work instructions, and engineering specifications.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949).
* Conduct root cause analysis for manufacturing defects and implement corrective and preventive actions.
* Represent the manufacturing engineering team in cross-functional meetings and stakeholder discussions.

Job Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field. A Master's degree is a plus.
* Minimum of 8 years of experience in manufacturing engineering within the electronics industry, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or management role.
* Proven experience in managing and developing engineering teams.
* Strong understanding of electronic manufacturing processes, including PCBA assembly (SMT, Through-hole), testing, final assembly, and functional testing.
* Expertise in lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred), and other process improvement tools.
* Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD), manufacturing execution systems (MES), and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
* Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
* Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization.
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
* Knowledge of industry standards and regulations relevant to electronic manufacturing.

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Size: 10,000+ employees
Industry: Manufacturing

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