Team Lead, Manufacturing Operations Engineering - Mexico

Why work at Watlow? Would you like to work in the fascinating world of industrial technology? Watlow is a global leader in technology and manufacturing. For over 100 years, we have been dedicated to providing world-class engineering through innovative thermal products and systems that drive our customers' success and improve people's lives around the world.

Our corporate values guide us at all times: Always do the right thing, Learn and improve continuously, Respect everyone, and Lead with service and humility.

At Watlow Mexico, we offer a positive work environment, cutting-edge technology, and excellent professional development opportunities at our three plants located in El Marqués, Querétaro.

The Manufacturing & Engineering Team Lead is responsible for leading and developing a multidisciplinary engineering team, ensuring operational excellence, process reliability, and alignment with business objectives. This role combines strong technical expertise, people leadership, and strategic decision-making to drive manufacturing performance, resolve complex production challenges, and support continuous improvement initiatives. The position plays a key role in developing team capabilities, optimizing processes, and ensuring customer and business requirements are consistently met.

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers and technicians in a manufacturing environment.
• Manage team priorities, resource allocation, and project execution to support business objectives.
• Drive root cause analysis, failure mode analysis, and effective problem-solving for manufacturing and product-related issues.
• Lead cross-functional projects from planning through implementation, including scope, budget, and timeline management.
• Support production operations, ensuring rapid resolution of process, equipment, and quality issues.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers to address technical challenges and improve performance.
• Escalate resource, capability, and operational risks as needed.
• Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Understand and support financial objectives, productivity targets, and value stream performance.
• Ensure customer requirements and Voice of Customer (VOC) feedback are reflected in operational and engineering decisions.

Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Electromechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation & Controls, Metallurgical Engineering, or related field. • 5-8 years of experience in manufacturing operations, engineering, or production support roles. • Previous experience leading technical teams in a manufacturing environment. • Project management experience. • Supervisory or leadership training preferred. • Intermediate to advanced English proficiency. Preferred Technical Experience • Manufacturing process engineering and production support. • Machining, metalworking, and industrial manufacturing processes. • Interpretation of technical manuals, drawings, and engineering documentation. • Pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and automated systems troubleshooting. • Product and process failure investigations, RMAs, and corrective actions. • Supplier technical communication and support. • Experience in aerospace, automotive, or similar high-volume manufacturing environments. • Knowledge of heat treatment, metal forming, bending processes, plastic molding, or extrusion processes is highly desirable.

Benefits: The Watlow Total Compensation Plan Your and your family's health, well-being, and financial stability are a priority for us. The Watlow Total Compensation Plan includes competitive compensation and a range of benefits to enhance your career: • Salary paid bi-weekly • Major and minor medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Savings fund (13%) • Grocery vouchers (10%) • Vacation days: 1st year - 13 days (Increasing each year according to the law + 1 additional day) • Vacation bonus (50%) • End of year bonus: 27 days • Legal benefits