Manager, Process Engineering, Air Manufacturing Innovation

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

The Manager, Process Engineering at Air MI leads a team responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining the manufacturing processes used to create Nike Air components across sheet, extrusion, air soles, and foam production. This role shapes process capability and manufacturing readiness in alignment with the objective of the Air MI Manufacturing System (AMS)—focusing on standardization, flow, stability, and Lean‑driven continuous improvement.

You will partner closely with Product Development Design, Tooling, Quality Systems Engineering, Automation Engineering, and Air Production to deliver safe, scalable, standardized, data‑driven processes that enable Air MI to meet demand, reduce scrap and waste, and operate as a standardized global network.

 The Manager, Process Engineering will manage a team of Process Engineers who will be responsible for the manufacturing readiness and performance of Air MI production equipment and product quality. This team will also drive Continuous Improvement.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Manager, Process Engineering will set the standard for manufacturing excellence and drive the continuous improvement mindset. This role is a key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team that delivers AIR and is expected to: teach junior engineers engineering and manufacturing best practices; drive process optimization and deliver quality; integrate digital and automation solutions; lead continuous improvement and team collaboration with emphasis on Lean Six Sigma; and promote workplace safety. This leader will elevate, evolve, and drive manufacturing process engineering best practices and standards while driving the adoption of real-time data systems. The right person for this role will bring experience in predictive modeling or digital twins and excel in process simulation, modeling and/or unit operations. You need to be solutions oriented, decisive and bring a hands-on approach to teaching and problem solving with a proven track record of improving efficiencies in processes and teams as well as driving accountability.

Required:

• Experience - At least 5 years engineering leadership experience in Plastics, Semiconductor, Technology, Oil & Gas/Chemicals or Food & Beverage manufacturing industries
• Education - bachelor’s degree in chemical, mechanical, manufacturing or industrial engineering
• Technical – process simulation/optimization/digital twin technology, heat/mass balance, Six Sigma, lean manufacturing, Statistical modeling/analysis
• Experience leading a team and driving accountability

Preferred:

• Experience in product development and validation in a high-volume manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of Thermoforming of Thermoplastic Polyurethanes, RF Welding, and Part Trimming
• Proven ability to work with associates of all levels including machine operators, supervisors, experts, engineers, technicians, and executives

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

The Manager, Process Engineering at Air MI will lead a team responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining the manufacturing processes used to create Nike Air components across sheet, extrusion, air soles, and foam production. This role shapes process capability and manufacturing readiness in alignment with the ambitions of the Air MI Manufacturing System (AMS)—focusing on standardization, flow, stability, and Lean‑driven continuous improvement.

You will partner closely with Quality Systems, Automation Engineering, and Air Production to deliver safe, scalable, data‑driven processes that enable Air MI to meet demand, reduce scrap, modernize equipment strategies, and operate as a unified global network. You will lead the Process Engineering team responsible for process optimization and product quality. You get to:

• Lead and develop a high‑performing Process Engineering team, driving technical excellence, talent growth, and disciplined engineering practices across sheet, extrusion, foam, and air sole manufacturing
• Own process design, capability, and optimization, ensuring stable, robust processes that meet throughput, OEE, and Cpk requirements while supporting Air MI network standardization
• Oversee process monitoring and troubleshooting, enabling rapid response to abnormalities and improving machine availability through expert understanding of materials, tooling, equipment, and key machine operating parameters
• Ensure documentation creation and validation rigor, including control plans, process specs, validation packages, and standard work in partnership with Air Standards and Quality Systems
• Ownership mindset to drive continuous improvement and positive outcomes. Demonstrate AMS behaviors, leading Kaizen events, reducing scrap and waste through RCAs, and advancing data‑driven digital and automation solutions across Air MI’s global manufacturing network
• You get to maximize the potential of the team through consistent mentoring, training, and opportunities for professional development
• You will drive clarity through task and project prioritization, creation or improvement of systems-based work, and address resource and operational challenges in alignment with the department strategy
• You will collaborate with stakeholders to ensure tasks and projects are aligned and status is communicated

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