Description Position Summary The Senior Manager of Manufacturing Engineering will be responsible for the plant equipment, fixtures, tooling, process flow, layouts, and cost savings initiatives for both current processes and future programs. The role will involve collaborating with the cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and determine the root cause of problems, as well as leading manufacturing engineering support for various problem-solving activities and continuous improvement. Core Functions * Manage overall production flow, floor layouts, and labor reduction efforts. * Recommend changes, prepare cost justifications, and coordinate the design and development of new processes fixtures, equipment, tooling, and materials. * Lead large-scale automation projects. Work with the systems integrator to ensure the systems are designed, built, and installed correctly and meet all technical performance criteria throughout the program life. * Take ownership of managing key company-wide strategic manufacturing engineering projects, overseeing all aspects of time, financial, and resource allocations. * Develop and oversee engineering plans and lead the identification of breakthrough manufacturing opportunities at scale that can be solved through enhancement of manufacturing processes and are consistent with a zero-defect level and low product cost. * Lead others to find innovative solutions within complex manufacturing processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles. Utilize sophisticated operational, manufacturing or engineering techniques. * Collaborate with adjacent functions to solve issues; utilize internal and external resources outside of own function to help determine a solution. * Ensure all manufacturing engineering projects fit within the overall company strategy and provide support to product design engineering and production during the hand-off of a new product. Education and Experience * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or a related Engineering field is required. * 8+ years of engineering experience, with 3+ years of managerial experience is required. * Lean or similar Continuous Improvement knowledge and experience is required. * CAD/CAM software experience is required. * Experience with a maintenance software tool preferred. * ERP or manufacturing software experience preferred. Travel: Occasional travel is required, between local ARE facilities (within a 15-mile radius of one another). Rewards: We provide a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits program including comprehensive health and wellness benefits, a matched 401k, educational assistance, and discounts on great RealTruck products for you, your family, and friends. Who we are: At A.R.E., a RealTruck Company, we are manufacturing the nation's best fiberglass truck caps and hard tonneau covers - it's our identity and what we have been doing since we began manufacturing wood frame truck caps in 1969. To accomplish this, A.R.E. operates with a commitment to value, integrity, and a great team of employees. Due to continued growth, we are seeking a Project Engineer that enjoys working in a progressive, team-based environment and is committed to making a positive impact with our Engineering team. This is not your father's fiberglass cap! This is a great mix between CAD design and hands-on engineering and is an exciting opportunity to see your products driving down the road! What's Next? Please take a moment to provide us with your resume and/or complete our online application. You will quickly receive an acknowledgment that you applied, and we will follow up with you again shortly. #ZR We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard