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Eaton Lakeside
At Eatons Lakeside facility, we dont just manufacture components we engineer precision. As a global leader in conveyance systems for the aerospace and defense industry, our site delivers mission‑critical hoses, couplings, ducting, and sealing solutions that power some of the worlds most advanced aircraft. This is where innovation meets reliability, and where every product plays a role in keeping fleets airborne and operations secure.
The Material Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing internal materials management and short‑term production scheduling within the Eaton factory. This role ensures strong alignment with the Master Production Schedule (MPS) developed by the Network Planning team through the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) process.
What You’ll Do
* Responsible for moderately complex engineering projects. Works independently or with cross‑functional disciplines on key tasks associated with a project.
* Leads completion of Aerospace Common Engineering Standard (ACES) deliverables at the "Minor" risk classification.
* Presents technical information/project status to Sr. Eng. Manager.
* Completes Material Review Board (MRB) sign‑offs.
* Performs project engineering work from design development to implementation; for new and/or existing production hardware products for aerospace fluid conveyance systems applications.
* Communicates expectations, plans, and requirements and also coordinates all work within the scope of assigned projects.
* Supports the development of bill of materials and non‑recurring engineering (NRE) cost estimates for new bids and proposals.
* Serves as a consultant, providing technical information and engineering recommendations that assist various projects/processes.
* Contributes effectively towards team goals and influences the work group, working beyond routine tasks with specialized knowledge to support internal and external customers.
* Acts as a Technical Leader for large projects or multiple small projects.
* Acts as an applications engineer.
* Completes detailed design work for projects and writes test procedures and qualification reports in support of program deliverables.
* Interprets product requirements and specifies appropriate enhancements to the design as per DFA & DFM fundamentals.
* Understands risks, design trade‑offs, tolerancing, and component interactions and incorporates design for manufacturing and cost.
* Has a deeper understanding of drawing standards with advanced GD&T application for repeatable part dimensioning using datum referencing.
* Incorporates machining/manufacturing capabilities into statistical design of mechanical systems to meet performance and cost.
* Understands system level and sub‑system/component level requirements flow down.
* Understands trade‑offs due to requirements.
* Possesses a deeper understanding of aerospace regulatory standards, regulations, and certifications.
* Can complete qualification planning for a given product.
* Collaborates with analysts and challenges approach and results.
* Handles analysis‑led design changes (stress, thermal, fluid flow) using the analysis results.
* Interfaces with customers with some oversight.
* Applies established engineering processes to complete project requirements, and participates in process improvement efforts.
* Work is reviewed by Specialist Engineers.
* Mentors less experienced Engineers.
* Required to become Greenbelt certified (if not already).
* Implements robust designs through data‑driven decisions utilizing Design for Six Sigma DFSS tools.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's Degree (2:1) and above.
* Minimum 3 years post‑graduate design / engineering experience. A professional accreditation is preferable.
Skills
* Applies advanced tools in problem solving and project management to solve technical issues.
* Must have specific product/technology knowledge. (Hose, tube, fittings. Coupling design experience is a plus).
* Awareness of external trends relevant to projects.
* Uses innovative methods, generates IP and publications in support of business needs.
* Foundational instrumentation knowledge including properly identifying required sensors, collection rates, file formats, and what signals to collect & how.
* Proficiency in Product Data Management systems for document control and workflow management (ENOVIA with Catia is a plus).
* Ability to work as part of a team, take a leading role or individually. Organised and able to multi‑task. Proactive and often creating standard work instructions.
* Good communication skills.
What We Offer You
* Competitive compensation and benefits package.
* Challenging projects in a dynamic collaborative team.
* Internal promotion opportunities whenever possible.
* Ongoing learning and development opportunities through Eaton University.
* Commitment to reliability, safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
* Workforce wellbeing focus – health and safety first, Wellness program.
The successful applicant will be in contact with US ITAR controlled technology, goods and information. As a condition of employment, employees with access to US ITAR controlled technology and goods may be required to undergo an additional screening process as part of the recruitment process.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.
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