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Regal Rexnord

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

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In-Office
Downers Grove, IL, USA
100K-140K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Downers Grove, IL, USA
100K-140K Annually
Senior level
Lead and mentor manufacturing engineering teams for aerospace products. Drive continuous improvement, oversee automation & capital projects, ensure AS9100 process compliance, collaborate cross-functionally on design-for-manufacturability and problem resolution, and manage metrics and cost-saving initiatives.
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Work Model: This is a fully onsite role, with work performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office.

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The Company

Regal Rexnord Corporation (NYSE: RRX), is a leading manufacturer of automation solutions, electric motors, electrical motion controls, power generation and mechanical power transmission products serving markets throughout the world. The company is comprised of four business segments: Automation & Motion Control, Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Industrial Systems and Power Efficiency Solutions. Regal Rexnord is headquartered in Rosemont, IL, and has over 220 manufacturing, sales, and service facilities across the globe.

Aerospace Business Units

Regal Rexnord Aerospace Solutions supplies engineered high performance spherical and cylindrical bearings, mechanical seals, gears and electrical components to the commercial air transport, regional aircraft, business aircraft, helicopter and military aircraft markets for use in engine systems, flight control systems, landing gear systems and airframe structures.  Our aerospace bearing and seal products consist of rolling element airframe bearings and bearing tooling sold under the Shafer® and Tri-Roller® brand names, Teflon lined polymeric bearings sold under the Tuflite® brand name, slotted entry, split ball and split race bearings sold under the PSI® brand name, self-lubricating machinable lined bearings and coatings sold under the Rexlon® brand name and mechanical seals sold under the Cartriseal® brand name. Gears and electrical components sold under the Micro Precision® brand name. Our global customer base includes all major engine and airframe OEMs, as well as major Tier 1, 2 and 3 suppliers to the engine and airframe OEM’s and through our FAA approved repair stations we support major MRO and aircraft operators with repair and overhaul capabilities.

Key Accountabilities

  • Lead, coach, and mentor Manufacturing Engineering and Development teams

  • Expose and implement process improvement and new technology to improve mfg cost, increase throughput, reduce lead times, and reduce scrap

  • Develop and maintain metrics for Manufacturing engineering, development, and programming dept

  • Oversee key projects that support the manufacturing processes and processes for new products

  • Oversee annual CI (Continuous Improvement), AIP (Annual Improvement Plan) for cost savings as a metric

  • Oversee and lead the Project Management Planner for all open and future projects

  • Identify, develop and implement new capital for the business that support annual business priorities.

  • Work in cross functional capacity across the Aerospace Division encompassing Quality, Manufacturing, Procurement, New Product Development, and Engineering on troubleshooting problems and developing error proof solutions.

  • Provide guidance and support during design reviews to address product manufacturing issues: process routings, machining capabilities, etc

  • Procure needed expense items to support manufacturing operations

  • Address DMR’s, routing issues, and design changes that could affect manufacturing processes or machines

  • Manager of Manufacturing Engineering is fully responsible for ensuring process competency and audit acceptance of the following AS9100 Quality Clauses:

    • 7.5.1.2       (Control of Production Process Changes)

    • 7.5.1.3       (Control of Production Equipment, Tools and Software Programs)

    • 7.5.1          (Footnote - Planning Shall Consider, as Appropriate)

    • 7                (Product Realization)

    • 7.1.2          (Risk Management)

Job Requirements

Capabilities and Success Factors

  • “Restrictions imposed by federal export control laws may limit this job opportunity to candidates who are a ‘U.S. Person’, which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted asylum in the United States, and refugees in the United States, or who otherwise can qualify for a license that permits them to hold the position.”

  • Bachelor’s Degree, Preferably in Engineering, Technology or equivalent experience.

  • 5+ year mfg experience in metal cutting, grinding, machining, lapping, honing, and or assembly

  • 5+ years in manufacturing automation systems, single point and large-scale systems preferred, conceptualize, design, procure, commission

  • 5+ years of team leadership/supervisor experience

  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

  • Proficient in Lean, 6S, DMAIC, and other standard recognized Lean manufacturing methodologies, application of said and reporting metrics.

  • Excellent project management capabilities from idea generation to implementation

  • Ability to develop teams for greater business success

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Ability to identify, select, and implement new capital equipment into the facility to support business needs

  • Team player that has the capabilities to work with other functions

  • Lean manufacturing knowledge with practical application experience

  • Experience with ERP systems – manufacturing functions

  • Drive for Continuous Improvement

  • Ability to work in fast-paced, diverse work environment

  • Proven track record of utilizing sound problem solving skill set and root cause analysis as method of metric driven performance improvements

  • Self-motivated individual with the ability to lead/drive through the change management cycle.

  • Other duties as required

Rewards

In addition to gaining invaluable experience and having the opportunity to create a legacy, the dynamic leader we seek will be rewarded with:

  • Matching 401(k) contribution

Expected Base Salary Range: [$100,000 - $140,000]

The salary range provided is intended to display the value of the company's base pay compensation for this position. Salary is dependent on a multitude of factors, including but not limited to the physical worksite location, the geographic market of that location, candidate's skill set, level of experience, education and internal peer compensation comparisons among other potential factors.

Exceptional Benefits

  • Medical Insurance/Dental Insurance/Vision Insurance

  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care) & Health Savings Accounts

  • Critical Illness and Accident Insurance, as well as Life Insurance, and EAP

  • Educational Reimbursement

How to Apply

External candidates please apply at www.regalrexnord.com and upload a current resume. Internal Associates go to okta.regalrexnord.com > quick links > talent hub (workday) > jobs hub > browse jobs. Sign in with Username and OTKA password they you set up. Upload a current resume.

Regal Rexnord associates must be in good standing for consideration for job openings. This includes satisfactory or above ratings in job performance and no corrective actions, PIP’s, disciplinary issues or warnings in the last 12 months.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
  • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Paid Leaves
  • Tuition Assistance

About Regal Rexnord

Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools.

The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture.

Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.  If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email [email protected]. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [email protected].

Equal Employment Opportunity Posters
Notification to Agencies: Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.

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