Manufacturing Engineering Manager

TL;DR

Manufacturing Engineering Manager: Leading a cross-functional engineering team through a major facility transformation and the implementation of advanced manufacturing technologies with an accent on machining operations and automation. Focus on driving operational performance, managing capital planning, and executing strategic initiatives within a high-visibility production environment.

Location: Onsite in East Aurora, NY

Salary: $140,000–$190,000 Annually

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in high-performance motion control systems, fostering a culture of trust, innovation, and professional growth.

What you will do

• Lead the transition of machinery, tooling, and processes to the new Advanced Integrated Manufacturing (AIM) facility.
• Manage tactical and operational plans with clear KPIs to meet production, quality, and schedule goals.
• Oversee capital equipment selection, justification, acquisition, and onboarding.
• Maintain a rolling 10-year capital plan for the assigned area of responsibility.
• Identify and implement process improvements, including machining optimization and automation initiatives.
• Influence cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
• 10+ years of progressive manufacturing engineering experience, ideally in machining environments.
• 3+ years of proven leadership experience in manufacturing engineering.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering complex projects on schedule.
• Must be eligible to access U.S. export-controlled information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word).

Nice to have

• Hands-on machining background and process optimization experience.
• Experience with CAD/CAM programming and manual CNC programming.
• Familiarity with DfM, GD&T, and blueprint reading.
• Experience with SQL, Power BI, JIRA, and Teamcenter.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive financial rewards including bonus opportunities and 401k matching.
• Flexible paid time off and parental leave programs.
• Full health and welfare coverage including medical, dental, and vision.
• Professional development through tuition assistance and leadership coaching.
• Supportive, family-like environment with active Employee Resource Groups.