Manager Advanced Manufacturing

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.   

We are a sustainable company engaged to the values of Excellence, Innovation, Collaboration, Respect and Responsibility. We seek professionals who share our vision of creating sustainable solutions that improve lives and protect the planet, today and for future generations.  

We are looking for your talent, join our team and start your journey today!  

Manager Advanced Manufacturing

The Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (AME) Manager is responsible for leading a team of manufacturing engineers and technical professionals focused on developing, implementing, and continuously improving manufacturing processes, equipment, and production systems. This role partners closely with Operations, Product Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Finance to support new product introductions, manufacturing transfers, capacity expansions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The AME Manager provides both technical and organizational leadership while managing capital investment projects, driving operational excellence, and ensuring manufacturing readiness to support business growth objectives.

The AME Manager will:

• Lead, develop, mentor, and evaluate a team of manufacturing and project engineers.
• Establish team objectives and priorities aligned with organizational goals.

• Partner with Product Engineering and Operations teams to develop manufacturable product designs and robust assembly processes.
• Ensure manufacturing readiness for new product introductions and major product transitions.
• Support manufacturing footprint optimization, capacity expansion, and strategic growth initiatives.

• Lead cross-functional teams in defining project scope, schedules, resource requirements, risk mitigation plans, and capital budgets.
• Lead the specification, design, procurement, installation, and qualification of manufacturing equipment and assembly systems.
• Ensure projects are executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and meet defined performance objectives.

• Apply Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies to eliminate waste and improve process performance.
• Utilize root-cause problem-solving tools to address manufacturing challenges and improve operational performance.
• Develop strong relationships with plant leadership and key stakeholders

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering/Engineering Technology or equivalent.  Other degrees will be considered with relevant work experience.   
• Experience in leading cross-functional engineering teams.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in high volume discrete manufacturing
• Project management (schedule, budgeting, planning, execution) and capital equipment procurement experience
• New product development, PFMEA, and design for manufacturability experience
• Experience with 2D and 3D design (Siemens NX and AutoCAD preferred but not required).
• Motivated self-starter and team player, capable of working closely with Management, Product Engineering, peers, equipment suppliers, and plant personnel
• Experience and working knowledge of PC applications including Microsoft Office products
• Travel up to 25%

Preferred Education, Experience & Skills:

• Master’s Degree – Engineering focused or business/project management
• Ten (10+) years of related experience in high-volume manufacturing
• Five plus (5+) leading cross-functional engineering teams
• Five (5) years in project management and capital equipment procurement
• Matrix organization leadership
• Certified Lean training

Our Commitment to Our People  

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.  

Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.  

Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!  

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce.  Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Equal Opportunity Employer  

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or disability. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.  

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