Manager, Npi Engineering

WithinFender Musical Instrument Corporation's("FMIC") globalManufacturingteam, we are focused on delivering operational excellence to the business and our customers by promoting collaboration, building trust, and setting high standards. Our mission isto support and enable the makers who fuel the pursuit of musical expression. We are currently searching for an exceptional Manager, Engineeringto join our team located in Corona, CA. 

An American icon, Fender was born in Southern California and has built a worldwide influence extending beyond the studio and the stage. A Fender is more than an instrument; it's a cultural symbol that resonates globally. 

The Manager, Engineering will be responsible for managing and executing NPI process tasks from concept to production, communicating with and providing guidance to NPI team members. In addition, you will provide a broad range of support to various production departments as required, to support new products and meet manufacturing goals. 

Responsibilities 

• Manufacturing Process Design - for high mix production environment
• Design and fabrication of production tooling and fixtures
• Programming / set-up, and operation of various CNC wood and metal working machines
• Programming / set-up, and operation of C02 laser cutting machines
• Hands-on involvement building prototypes, testing processes in the production environment.
• Documentation of new processes (process spec sheets, work instructions, video instructions, etc.)
• Providing training to production personnel on detailed aspects of new models and processes.
• Keeping abreast of new manufacturing technologies, providing recommendations and ROIs
• Collaborate with R&D and Product Development to implement Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
• Strong wood processing knowledge including woodworking cutting tools and methods 

Education & Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering preferred 
• 10+ years of experience in a similar role 
• Must have experience managing a team of direct reports
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, MasterCAM, and AutoCAD software systems
• Proficiency in CNC G-code programming with MasterCAM, and also manual editing/debugging
• Experience/capability to design tooling and production fixtures for various manufacturing areas
• Fundamentals of precision woodworking of various wood species
• Knowledge of wood behavior/husbandry
• Regularly updates management of achievements and projects status
• Self directed, ability to understand/prioritize assignments and meet deadlines, resolves roadblocks timely
• Full Integrity and responsibility a must
• Must have a thorough working knowledge of all facets of manufacturing processes, practical experience in a manufacturing environment, and good problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of Safety and Environmental regulations, and Lean or Total Quality Management Skills
• Bilingual (Spanish) a plus
• Proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Proven ability to work independently with some specific direction/instruction and to accomplish tasks and duties
• Proven ability to identify and scope large scale projects. Additionally, posses the ability to manage and lead complete project from start to closure with at times very little direction
• Ability to use experience and business understanding skills to solve problems as they arise, and meet project milestones and budgetary constraints 

AboutFender Musical Instruments: 

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) is one of the world's leading musical instrument manufacturers, marketers and distributors, whose portfolio of brands includes Fender, Squier, Gretsch, Jackson, EVH, Charvel and Groove Tubes, among others. For more information, visit www.fender.com. FMIC offers a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, 401(k), paid time off, and an equipment purchase program to help you get the band back together. Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veterans' status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.

Fender is required by law in certain jurisdictions to include a pay scale in the job posting for this position. "Pay scale" means the salary or hourly wage range that Fender reasonably expects to pay for this position; it is neither a promise nor a guarantee of the compensation that the successful candidate will receive.  The pay scale for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that Fender considers in making compensation decisions, including, without limitation: skill set, experience, and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.  If this is a remote position, the pay scale disclosed herein may be adjusted further based upon the applicable geographic differential associated with the location from which the successful candidate will work.  Please note that it is not typical for a Fender employee to be at or near the top of the pay scale for their role - especially as a new hire - and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.  Subject to the foregoing, the current pay scale for this position is $105,600.00-$123,200.00 per year.