Japanese Engineering Manager
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A manufacturing company is seeking a Bilingual Japanese/English Engineering Manager to join their team in Greensville, NC. This position is responsible for spearheading the development and operationalization of the company's new facility from its Greenfield phase to full start-up and commissioning. A master's degree in Engineering or a related field, 10+ years of engineering experience, Greenfield project experience, knowledge of Programmable Control Logic systems, and the ability to speak Japanese is required. This is a full-time, exempt position with excellent benefits and 401k. ***Company can support E2 Visa***Bilingual Japanese/English Engineering Manager Duties:-Lead the engineering and maintenance teams from the initial Greenfield phase through to the facility's full operational status.-Oversee the design transfer of processes and equipment from our Japanese plants, adapting and optimizing them for the new site.-Manage all aspects of equipment and process transfers, including installation, qualification, and commissioning, to ensure a smooth transition to production.-Direct all process start-ups, troubleshooting, and optimization efforts to achieve maximum efficiency and performance.-Develop strategic plans for the engineering department, including technology integration, process improvement, and capacity expansion.-Ensure compliance with international and local engineering standards, environmental regulations, and safety protocols.-Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and high performance within the engineering and maintenance teams.-Collaborate closely with other departments and senior management to align engineering strategies with overall business objectives.Bilingual Japanese/English Engineering Manager Skills:-Musthave a master's degree in Engineering or a related field-Must be able to speak Japanese-Must have 10+ years of engineering experience-Must have Greenfield project experience-Must have knowledge of Programmable Control Logic systems-Ability in leading large-scale projects, with excellent project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.-Great communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.