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Pitco ยท 6 hours ago

Engineering Manager

Pitco is a leading commercial fryer manufacturer, and they are seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a team focused on sustaining engineering and cross-functional support. This role ensures product reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement for existing product lines while collaborating closely with operations, quality, service, and supply chain teams.

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Responsibilities

Lead sustaining engineering activities for existing fryer product lines, ensuring performance, reliability, and manufacturability. Activities include, but not limited to, projects, FMEAs, and Root Cause Analysis
Address field issues and implement corrective actions promptly
Manage component obsolescence and lifecycle updates
Oversee engineering documentation processes, including BOMs, drawings, and specifications, per engineering procedures
Ensure compliance with UL, NSF, CE, and other applicable regulatory standards
Drive VAVE initiatives to identify and implement cost-reduction opportunities without compromising quality or safety
Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to optimize design and manufacturing processes
Partner with Operations, Quality, service, and Supply Chain to resolve technical challenges and support manufacturing transitions
Implement continuous improvement initiatives
Manage and mentor engineering staff, fostering a culture of accountability and innovation
Adhere to all departmental and company-wide safety and procedural policies

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringSustaining EngineeringCost Optimization (VAVE)Regulatory ComplianceDocument ControlManufacturing EnvironmentLeadership ExperienceProblem SolvingInterpersonal SkillsOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationTeamworkAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 7 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in foodservice equipment
Experience in sustaining engineering, document control, and cost optimization (VAVE) required
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Must have knowledge of database software, internet software, spreadsheet software, ERP systems, and word processing software

Preferred

Familiarity with UL, NSF, CE compliance standards preferred
Leadership experience managing engineering teams and cross-functional projects

Company

Pitco

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Pitco offers kitchen machinery and cooking solutions.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Mike Larossa
pres/CEO
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