About Us
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!
Job Description:
The Manufacturing Engineering Manager is responsible for leading a team of Manufacturing and Industrial Engineers to develop, evaluate and improve manufacturing processes and achieve key performance metrics including quality, product cost, and manufacturing efficiency. You create a positive and motivating environment, and you tackle difficult issues with optimism and confidence.
AS A MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING MANAGER, YOU WILL:
Lead the S&OE process, translating S&OE and SIOP plans into executable, short-term supply and materials actions.
Facilitate weekly/daily meetings to resolve demand-supply imbalances, shortages, and priority conflicts.
Own exception management, escalation, and rapid decision-making to meet AOP/QCR targets and plans.
Provide clear supply-commit dates and recovery plans for at-risk orders.
Ensure material availability aligns with master production schedule and near-term demand signals.
Balance service, inventory, and cost through effective inventory strategies and maintenance of accurate planning parameters in ERP systems (PFEP, Safety Stock, ROP’s, MOQ’s).
Identify and mitigate material constraints, supplier risks, and lead-time variability.
Partner closely with Sales, Customer Service, Production, Procurement, Project Management, Logistics, and Finance.
Communicate risks and impacts to stakeholders with clarity and urgency.
Use data and scenario analysis to drive execution decisions and continuous improvement.
Directly assist all departments with improving Safety, Environmental, Quality, Productivity and Delivery through capacity improvements, capital expenditures, complexity reductions, lean improvements, equipment maintenance improvements, design improvements, etc.
Direct annual budget preparation through the development of capital projects and expenditures.
Develop the business plans for the allocation of capital funding and the subsequent execution of that capital allocation.
Guide engineering staff members on project components to maintain timelines, project initiatives, and cost structures. Delegate project workloads and allocate resources to accomplish desired results.
Lead the qualification of new components, processes, and manufacturing equipment that are incorporated into production.
Participate in production decisions involving new and existing product lines to assess/improve equipment & capacity.
Establish and maintain an environment conducive to continuous improvement in manufacturing. Recommend alternatives for improving production methods, equipment, operating procedures, and working conditions.
Coordinate with Corporate Engineering Department to ensure improvements are incorporated in appropriate specifications and standard procedures.
Partner with Quality and Environmental Health & Safety to ensure all regulatory standards and company policies are understood, supported, and followed by all employees within the facility.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:
Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience plus 5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment
In-depth understanding of metal fabrication methods and manual, CAM and CNC equipment including a demonstrated ability to program and prove out CNC programs
Experience with AutoCAD, AutoDesk design suite, Inventor, Mastercam and/or similar software & Microsoft Office
Effective communicator and change agent
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:
MS or MBA from an accredited institution
10+ years of professional-level manufacturing experience including 5+ years in management
Knowledge of welding, robotics, machining centers, machining background
Lean champion or lean background
Onsite Work Arrangement:
This role is based fully onsite, and not eligible for hybrid or remote work opportunities.
Why Work in the Greater Milwaukee Area
Cudahy is a quaint community located in Milwaukee County, where clean neighborhoods mingle with acres of parkland, major transportation access, and big-city attractions all within an arm's reach, with a small-town feel. Cudahy has six county parks and 823 acres of parkland, seasonal farmers markets in front of City Hall, and miles of beautiful lake Michigan shoreline. With lots of community involvement, the city has many family-friendly events throughout the year.
The area is home to several major league sports teams, including the Milwaukee Bucks and Milwaukee Brewers, with Lambeau Field, home of the Green Bay Packers, just 2 hours away!
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Our Commitment to Our People
Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.
Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.
Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.
Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!
Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging
At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.
Work Authorization
Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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What We Do
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. Today, we are building on our 100-year legacy through industry-leading innovation, putting Copeland at the forefront of positive change. We create sustainable residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We maintain the integrity of goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally.
