Job Description

Description :
Adler Pelzer Group - a growing global Tier One supplier of Acoustic NVH and Soft Trim products to the automotive industry is seeking a motivated and committed Engineering Manager to assist in leading the manufacturing operations in Athens, Tennessee.
The ideal candidate will have previous Tier One Automotive Manufacturing Experience. This is a hands-on, involved engineer leader role looking for an opportunity to make a tangible impact in the manufacturing operations and engineering of acoustic parts for major OEMs.
The Engineering Manager in the role is responsible to design, develop, test, and evaluate integrated systems for managing automotive production processes. This position supports new and current products, processes and tooling as well as manages and coordinates activities of the departments to repair, produce, improve, and test components, equipment and processes.
Responsibilities of the Engineering Manager:

• Manage the Plant Engineering Projects including program engineering changes to deliver the engineering priorities for the customer.
• Evaluate work areas and processes to make recommendations for improvements in process, equipment, throughput, inventory and operating expense.
• Support operations team in the parts production process to promote efficient utilization leading to improved OEE.
• Estimate production costs, cost saving methods, and the effects of product design changes on expenditures for management review, action, and control.
• Confer with clients, vendors, staff, and management personnel regarding purchases, products and production specifications, manufacturing capabilities, or project status.
• Confer with management and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules and other considerations to facilitate production processes and quality parts.

Note: This section is not inclusive. Other duties are assigned as necessary to support team goals.
Preferred Requirements of the Engineering Manager:

• 5-10 years of experience in manufacturing preferably in automotive interior trim and systems.
• Excellent computer skills (MS Office) and ability to use design software.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• The ability to lead personnel within the department.
• The ability to multi-task.
• Excellent researching skills.

Benefits for the Engineering Manager:

• Competitive pay and generous benefits package along with the opportunity to be a part of a strong team and growing one's career.
• Salary range is $115,000 - $125,000. Specific salary is commensurate with experience and factors such as relevant experience, education, certifications and licenses, skills, and training.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance options from day one.
• Generous and flexible paid time off.
• 401(K) match, fully vested.
• Company provided life insurance, short term and long-term disability insurances, employee assistance program.
• Variety of automobile purchase discounts (Stellantis (FCA), BMW, Ford, GM, Subaru-many others)
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development.

About Adler Pelzer Group
Adler Pelzer Group was founded by talented people and families that around the 1960s in Europe decided to start their respective journeys in the automotive industry. The entrepreneurial spirit of the founders was and still is, one of the cornerstones of what we, at the Adler Pelzer Group, are today.
We are proud to continue this story and to build the foundations for a brighter future for generations to come. We are the Adler Pelzer Group, a worldwide leader in the design, engineering, manufacturing of acoustical and thermal components and systems for the automotive sector. We deliver acoustic performance and increase thermal efficiency, in order to achieve the best in comfort for the vehicles of our customers.
Join Adler Pelzer's team and become an integral part of a tradition that, through the years, has guided us to achieve the highest possible degree of product excellence in the automotive world.
To learn more about our Company and our rich history, visit our website at
Adler Pelzer Group (APG) is an equal opportunity employer. APG participates in the E-Verify Program.
NO UNAUTHORIZED REFERRALS FROM RECRUITERS & VENDORS
Skills : Organizational skills: Required Advanced
Leadership Skills: Required Intermediate
Collaboration: Required Advanced
Microsoft Office Suite: Required Intermediate
Cost Analysis: Required Intermediate
Problem Solving Skills: Required Advanced
Planning & Organizing: Required Intermediate
Process improvement: Required Advanced
Injection Molding Machine: Required Advanced
Behaviors : Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
Motivation : Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Education : Bachelors
Experience : 3 years: Leading and hands-on experience in engineering projects with OEMs.
3 years: Previous Tier One (Tier 1) Automotive Manufacturing Experience.
3 years: Engineering experience in automotive manufacturing preferably in interior trim and systems.

Skills Required