Jabil · 5 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineering Manager
St. Petersburg/Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expJabil is a leading provider of comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. The Manufacturing Engineering Manager serves as the site technology leader, responsible for enhancing manufacturing processes and systems, supporting business development, and leading a team of engineers to ensure operational efficiency.
ElectronicsHardwareManufacturing
Responsibilities
Recruit, interview and hire Industrial Engineers, Process, Manufacturing and Project Engineers
Communicate criteria to recruiters for Industrial Engineers, Process, Manufacturing and Project Engineer position candidates
Coach Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing and Process Engineering staff in the interviewing/hiring process
Monitor team member turnover; identify key factors that can be improved; make improvements
Identify individual and team strengths and development needs on an ongoing basis
Create and/or validate training curriculum in area of responsibility
Coach and mentor Industrial Engineering staff to deliver excellence to every internal and external customer
Create and manage succession plans for Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering function
Establish clear measurable goals and objectives by which to determine individual and team results (i.e. operational metrics, results against project timelines, training documentation, attendance records, knowledge of operational roles and responsibilities, personal development goals)
Solicit ongoing feedback from Workcell Manager (WCM), Business Unit Manager (BUM), peers and team member on team member’s contribution to the Workcell team. Provide coaching and counseling to team member based on feedback
Express pride in staff and encourage them to feel good about their accomplishments
Perform team member evaluations professionally and on time
Drive individuals and the team to continuously improve in key operational metrics and the achievement of the organizational goals
Coordinate activities of large teams and keep them focused in times of crises
Ensure recognition and rewards are managed fairly and consistently in area of responsibility
Provide communication forum for the exchange of ideas and information with the department
Organize verbal and written ideas clearly and use an appropriate business style
Ask questions; encourage input from team members
Assess communication style of individual team members and adapt own communication style accordingly
Know and understand Corporate, Campus and Global PE, IE, & ME tactical and strategic direction
Define, develop and implement a Process Engineering & Industrial Engineering strategy which contributes to the campus strategic directions
Develop an understanding of the Workcell business strategy as it pertains to Industrial & Process Engineering
Provide regular updates to BUM, WCM, and Operations Manager on the execution of the strategy
Manage technical support globally to sustain Corporate Intranet Site worldwide growth strategy as needed
Identify creative ways to reduce cost by streamlining processes and systems (i.e. modification of responsibilities or consolidation of tasks, elimination of non-value-added processes, or complete re-engineering of processes and systems)
Utilize tools to monitor departmental cost and cost trends, striving continuously to improve value
Provide feedback to peers (BUMs, WCMs, Functional Managers (FMs) on cost and cost trends
Prepare timely forecasts for the department
Compare forward forecast results to historical actual results for trend assessment and analysis
Anticipate future headcount requirements based on open Bays and projected business
Drive continuous improvement through trend reporting analysis and metrics management
Assess the adequacy of data gathering methods utilized by the workcells
Assure that procedures and work instructions are efficient and not redundant
Prepare quotes for new and potential customers
Forecast future requirements and technical trends to drive gear suppliers in their technology roadmap
Verify reconfiguration requirements and monitor line moves
Lead equipment evaluations. Assure measurement criteria meet all Jabil site requirements worldwide
Explore and monitor new processes and procedures to support customer’s expanding requirements on cutting edge technology and product densification
Assist Project and Design Engineers with Design for Manufacturability issues
Assure that procedures and work instructions are efficient and not redundant
Utilize Jabil’s Advanced Engineering group to ensure useful support to Jabil South
Establish new measurement systems if/where possible
Offer new ideas and suggestions for improvement. Identify and implement new practices and processes that are 'best in field.'
Drive the concept of an IE being an 'Integration Engineer' that ensures everything works smoothly to guarantee efficient and high quality processes that translate into high customer satisfaction and revenues for Jabil
Demonstrate a commitment to customer service; anticipate, meet, and exceed expectations by solving problems quickly and effectively; making customer issues a priority
Periodically 'get down in the trenches' to rehabilitate troubled workcells or to help during product launch. Foster a 'back to basics' mentality during these times. Lead by example; 'walk the talk.'
Establish new measurement systems if/where possible
Exchange knowledge and information with other Jabil facilities to ensure best practices are shared throughout the Jabil organization
Ensure 100% adherence to all company policies and procedures (i.e. Health and Safety, Quality)
Ensure all sensitive and confidential information is handled appropriately
Drive Lean Manufacturing in a consistent, structured manner throughout the campus
Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor
Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy
Qualification
Required
Extensive knowledge of Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering philosophies and processes
Proven track record in communication, leadership, business analysis, process development, administration, and change management
Bachelor's degree preferred with 3-5 years of related experience in the electronics manufacturing industry
2-3 years of supervisory experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Company
Jabil
Jabil is a product solutions company providing comprehensive design, manufacturing, supply chain and product management services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.2B2026-01-15Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2025-06-18Post Ipo Debt· $3.2B
1993-05-07IPO
Leadership Team
Steve Borges
EVP/CEO Jabil Heal
Sherman Tang
CTO, Compute and Storage
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