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Director, Manufacturing Engineering

LightForce Orthodontics
Location
Onsite in Wilmington, Massachusetts
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Physical Operations
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline
  • 10+ years of progressive engineering experience in a complex manufacturing environment
  • 5+ years in a direct leadership/people-management role
  • Proven ability to direct departmental strategies and manage resources
  • Comprehensive background in engineering, tooling, modeling, and design reviews
  • Deep expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, cycle-time optimization, yield improvement, and establishing standardized workflows and process controls
Nice to have
  • Master's degree or MBA
What the job really is

The Director of Manufacturing Engineering at LightForce will lead the engineering efforts for the company's manufacturing system, focusing on process engineering, automation, and new product introduction. This role involves developing manufacturing technology roadmaps, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The director will also build and manage a strong engineering team to support the scaling of LightForce's patient-specific manufacturing platform.

Benefits
  • Unlimited PTO for exempt employees
  • 12 paid holidays per year, plus 3 paid volunteer days
  • Generous premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) retirement plan and paid parental leave
  • Fringe lifestyle benefit
  • Everyday perks like snacks and coffee in office
Things to weigh
  • Role requires a hands-on approach, which may not suit all candidates
  • Focus on automation and process improvement may limit traditional engineering tasks
  • Fast-paced environment may require quick adaptation and problem-solving skills
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